Blog SERVIR celebrates Earth Day 2024 The 54th annual Earth Day is on April 22, 2024. To mark the occasion, SERVIR colleagues across the globe share their reflections on caring for the Earth, climate change and other environmental issues. April 21, 2024
Articles & Stories Extending forecasts from days to over a month improves farmer resilience in West Africa When irrigation isn't available, it's important to know when to expect rain. But with changes to our climate, farmers in West Africa can no longer count on a predictable weather. To mitigate this, SERVIR West Africa works with AGRHYMET to improve access to reliable weather and crop forecasts. January 25, 2024|Jacob Ramthun, SERVIR Science Coordination Office
Articles & Stories Mapping Common Ground for Farmers and Sustainability in the Amazon It may seem like farming is the enemy when it comes to preventing deforestation in the Amazon—and with good reason. The expansion of large-scale farming and cattle ranching is a leading cause of deforestation. However, the role of small-scale farming is less understood. January 18, 2024|Lena Pransky, NASA Science Coordination Office
Articles & Stories Managing fire risk in the Amazon ahead of an El Nino year The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," plays a vital role in global climate regulation and biodiversity preservation. November 13, 2023|Prakrut Kansara, PhD and Benjamin Zaitchik, PhD, SERVIR Applied Sciences Team
Articles & Stories SERVIR Amazon Fire Tracking Tool Revamped Ahead of El Niño This dry season, communities in the central and northern Amazon face increased fire risk linked to El Niño. With the support of SERVIR, decision-makers can more easily track and respond to these fires. October 25, 2023|Lena Pransky and Jacob Ramthun, NASA Science Coordination Office