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Title:

Automated plume detection algorithm for high-resolution methane measurements from GHGSat satellites

Agreement Number:

AO2020-GHG

Agreement Value:

$300,000.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 16, 2020 - Aug 31, 2021

Description:

Title: Automated plume detection algorithm for high-resolution methane measurements from GHGSat satellites Develop a new AI algorithm to detect methane emissions plumes measured by GHGSat's satellites, with little or no human intervention.

Organization:

Canadian Space Agency

Expected Results:

The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.

Location:

Montreal, Quebec, CA H2W 1Y5

Reference Number:

003-2020-2021-Q3-04740

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.

Recipient's Legal Name:

GHGSat Inc.

Program:

Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

Program Purpose:

This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.

The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.