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Satellite imagery captures the impact of large U.S. dams on river temperatures over the last decade
A team of Virginia Tech geoscientists has found a new way to examine the widespread effects of dams on river temperatures: using Landsat thermal infrared imagery to gather data on rivers across the United States.
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Researchers have developed a new method to study the impact of large dams on river temperatures across the US. This approach utilizes satellite imagery, specifically Landsat thermal infrared data, to gather information on a broader scale than traditional on-the-ground measurements. The use of satellite imagery allows researchers to collect data from a wider range of rivers, providing a more comprehensive understanding of the effects of dams on river temperatures. This method enables the analysis of a larger dataset, which can lead to more accurate conclusions about the impact of dams on river ecosystems.
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