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SpaceX Launches Satellite to Tackle Global Sea Level Rise
17 Nov, 2025
Summary
- SpaceX launched NASA's Sentinel-6B satellite to monitor sea level change
- Satellite will build on 30+ years of data to improve weather forecasts
- Mission will aid coastal planning, protect infrastructure, and support disaster preparedness
On November 16, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched NASA's Sentinel-6B satellite from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The satellite is part of a joint mission between NASA and US and European partners to observe the ocean and measure sea level rise.
Sentinel-6B will build on over 30 years of sea level data to improve weather forecasts, coastal planning, and infrastructure protection. The satellite will deliver data on about 90% of Earth's ocean, providing direct benefits to civilian, commercial, and defense sectors.
The mission's data will help city planners, local and state governments make informed decisions on safeguarding coastal areas. It will also enhance meteorologists' weather predictions, aiding navigation, hurricane tracking, and disaster preparedness. Additionally, the satellite's information will protect military installations from flooding and support national defense efforts by providing crucial weather and ocean data.
