Title:
Earth Observation for detecting and monitoring long-term water quality changes across the Canadian Arctic
Agreement Value:
$99,963.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 19, 2020 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
Aquatic ecosystems are changing as a result of global climate change. When ice in permafrost melts in the Arctic, aquatic ecosystems are impacted when sediment and organic matter are released into rivers and lakes. These changes have effects that include impacts on nutrient cycling, oxygen depletion and fish populations. While these changes have been documented for many lakes across the Arctic, we have no information on their geographical extent and how to best map and monitor the situation.
The research project focusses on how to use field observations and Earth Observation satellite data to augment insight into the spatial and temporal scope of these changes. Results will enable more timely and cost-effective adaptation to the changes, and a better scientific understanding of the processes involved.
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:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1N 6N5
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q1-04462
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Initial end date: March 31, 2023
Amendment Date
Feb 24, 2022
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Ottawa
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.