Suparco to Launch EO-1 Satellite on January 17
The satellite, developed indigenously, is a landmark achievement in the nation’s space technology journey.
“EO-1 satellite offers significant advantages for multiple sectors in Pakistan,” says space agency.
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced the launch of Pakistan’s first Indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) Satellite, scheduled for January 17.
The satellite will be launched from China’s Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre (JSLC), marking a pivotal step in Pakistan’s progress in space exploration and technological innovation.
In a statement, Suparco highlighted that the EO-1 mission demonstrates the organization’s commitment to enhancing Pakistan’s capabilities in space science and innovation.
The satellite, developed indigenously, is a landmark achievement in the nation’s space technology journey.
“The EO-1 satellite offers significant advantages across multiple sectors in Pakistan,” the statement emphasized. It will strengthen the country’s ability to monitor and manage natural resources, predict and respond to natural disasters, and support economic development through data-driven decisions and sustainable practices.
Applications and Benefits
Agriculture:
The EO-1 satellite will enable precision farming by monitoring crops, assessing irrigation requirements, forecasting yields, and bolstering food security initiatives.
Urban Development:
It will assist in tracking infrastructure growth, managing urban sprawl, and supporting city and regional planning efforts.
Environmental Monitoring and Disaster Management:
The satellite’s capabilities will provide timely updates on floods, landslides, earthquakes, deforestation, and land erosion, aiding disaster response and mitigation efforts.
Natural Resource Management:
The satellite will support strategies for extraction and conservation by monitoring minerals, oil and gas reserves, glacier recession, and water resources.
This groundbreaking mission represents a critical step in Pakistan’s journey toward leveraging space technology for national development and global competitiveness.