NASA and Partners Get Back into Snow Business

The video discusses the use of remote sensing technologies in snow research, focusing on local teams and the Snowex protocol. Boise State University plays a key role due to its proximity to accessible mountains, which are crucial for water supply and flood forecasting. Various snow measurement techniques, including snow pits and lidar systems, are highlighted. The importance of snow studies for water resources, agriculture, and climate change is emphasized, with NASA's interest in understanding snow's impact on the Earth's energy balance.

In what ways is snow research considered a relatively new science?

What role does snow play in hydropower and agriculture according to the text?