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Date Announced: 24 Feb 2025
Norsk Elektro Optikk (NEO) has started to develop an advanced hyperspectral imaging system for satellite-based methane detection. This initiative, supported by European Space Agency's (ESA) InCubed program, aims to enhance global monitoring of methane emissions from Space. NEO already has similar systems from UAV and airborne platforms.
Addressing Methane Emissions from Space
Methane is a major contributor to climate change, with and there is increasing regulatory pressure
for improved monitoring. Satellite-based hyperspectral imaging offers a precise and scalable
solution, enabling industries to detect and mitigate emissions effectively. The new system will
provide a commercially available tool for Earth observation services, expanding access to high quality methane monitoring.
"Securing an ESA InCubed project is a major milestone for our company and a testament to the
cutting-edge work being done by our SPACE department. This collaboration not only validates our
technology but also accelerates our mission to drive innovation in the space sector. With ESA’s
support, we are confident that we can push the boundaries of Earth observation and satellite
technology, creating real impact for the industry and beyond." said Trond Løke, CEO at Norsk
Elektro Optikk.
Innovative Features for Enhanced Detection
The camera incorporates key advancements, including:
With funding from ESA, the project will progress through key design and testing phases over the
next year. A commercial agreement for multiple flight models has already been proposed,
signaling strong market interest.
Transforming Earth Observation
This initiative will make methane detection technology more widely accessible, offering an
alternative to proprietary solutions. By opening the market to multiple operators, it is expected to
play a significant role in environmental monitoring and commercial satellite services.
Ole Bjørn Eithun Pedersen, Research Scientist at NEO said the following: "Being the second most
significant contributor to global warming, identifying and stopping methane emission has been
recognized as one of the most effective ways of limiting further global warming. Using our existing
HySpex SWIR cameras we have already proven that we can accurately identify methane emissions
remotely. Now, building on our proven systems, we are developing a new and highly sensitive
satellite camera optimized specifically for methane detection and quantification. Allowing for
more accurate and reliable identification of methane emissions on a large scale."
About Norsk Elektro Optikk AS
Norsk Elektro Optikk was established in 1985 as a privately owned research company within the
field of electro optics. The founders had their scientific and technical background from the
Norwegian Defence Research Establishment, at that time the leading research organization in
electro optics in Norway. The company’s objective is to play a leading role in applied research
within its area of expertise to develop and manufacture advanced industrial products for an
international market.
About HySpex by NEO
With offices in Oslo, Norway, Clinton, US and now Berlin, Germany, HySpex is established as an
industry-leading brand for both airborne and ground-based hyperspectral imaging. HySpex
sensors are renowned for their stability, flexibility, and superior data quality. To learn more about
HySpex, visit us online at https://www.hyspex.com/.
E-mail: olebjorn@neo.no
Web Site: https://hyspex.com/
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