NASA's Laser Mission to Measure Trees

The video discusses the importance of understanding tree biomass and carbon content, highlighting the Jedi Mission's role in measuring forest carbon through laser altimetry. The Jedi instrument, resembling a refrigerator, uses lasers to measure tree height and biomass, aiding in carbon estimation. The mission aims to create a global map of forest carbon, crucial for understanding carbon release from deforestation. The video emphasizes the scientific and technological efforts behind Jedi, its data collection methods, and its potential to measure tree heights worldwide, including local trees.

Why is it important to know the carbon content of forests?

What technology does Jedi use to gather data about trees?

How does the Jedi instrument measure the height of trees?

What is the primary goal of the Jedi Mission?

What can people expect to learn about their local trees from the Jedi Mission?