EarthDayAT - Blog Posts

That’s a wrap! Thank you all so much for your awesome questions! 

If you’re looking for other ways to enjoy #EarthDayatHome, check out this feature: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2020/earthdayathome-with-nasa/

Don’t forget to follow NASA Earth on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

You can follow Sandra Cauffman on Twitter, HERE. 

You can follow Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen “Dr. Z” on Twitter, HERE. 

Happy Earth Day!

How is it like to be a NASA Earth Scientist? What Subjects are you required to excel at to become one? Were you really good in your studies, when you were a young teenager?

What are the different fields of Earth Science? Are they related to each other?

What’s your favorite geological feature to view from space? Alternatively, what’s the biggest “duh” moment you’ve had during your career where you had an incorrect, preconceived notion about something. Thanks!

When you first saw Earth from all the way up in space, what were your first thoughts? Did it change the way you viewed things?

What ways were used to determine all of the inner workings under our planet Earth’s surface?

Whats the coolest thing u have seen or discovered???!!!! Like i mean cool as in something that made u nerd out! I used to want to work for nasa but found a love for teaching art instead so i find myself nersing out over the cool research yall put out! Much love from wise county texas!

In recent years of tracking weather activity and the like, have there been more 'anomolies' that have stuck out more than others? (I.E hurricanes, typhoons or cyclones that start out as small storms then become hurricane 4-5 storms in a matter of days-weeks) I think what you guys are doing is awesome and keep up the good work ~TKL

How did you decide to scientist? How you start works? And what did you do for that ?

Question: How did you decide to be a scientist? How did you start work? And what did you do for that?

Hi there! Does the study of Earth Science teach us much about the science of other planets? Can much be assumed to be similar, or is the geology/biology incomparable? Thank you!

Are the rumors about the ozone layer being totally fixed true ? If yes , is it susceptible of being opened again ans if no, is it suspecte

Has the COVID-19 pandemic really reduced pollution in areas participating in lockdowns? Is the environment “recovering”?

How do you guys help with climate change?

Hello! I have always wondered about how the clouds work, it seems like they are just gas in the air, but what makes them appear so often? Or how do they form? And how and why do the block out the sun if they're just air?

how are the glaciers doing ?

What was your favourite NASA mission or project?

Follow our Mars 2020 rover, named Perseverance or “Percy,” on Twitter to keep up with all its progress and discoveries!

Percy: https://twitter.com/NASAPersevere

How can citizens become more involved and informed about Earth sciences and developments? Are there mailing lists or accounts you suggest following?

Website: https://science.nasa.gov/citizenscience

What are three things you would want everyone to know about your work?

Is your only job helping astronauts and satellites or does NASA do other thing too?

Are there any parts of the Earth still left unexplored?

Is Earth your favorite planet? Why or why not?

Is earth doing fine, I'm afraid of all the bad stuff that's happening. I just wanna know if it's doing okay (◍•﹏•)

Participate in the 50th anniversary of Earth Day by asking our experts anything about NASA’s role in Earth Science! 

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and to commemorate the big day we’re bringing you exclusive access our Acting Director of Earth Sciences, Sandra Cauffman, and Associate Administrator for the Science Mission Directorate, Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen! They will be teaming up to take your questions in an Answer Time session on Earth Day, April 22, from 12-1pm EDT here on NASA’s Tumblr! Make sure to ask your question now by visiting http://nasa.tumblr.com/ask!

Our investment in space – both the unique Earth science we conduct from orbit and the technology we’ve developed by living in space and exploring our solar system and universe – is returning benefits every day to people around the world, particularly those who are working on environmental issues. From documenting Earth’s changing climate to creating green technologies to save energy and natural resources, we’re working to help us all live more sustainably on our home planet and adapt to natural and human-caused changes. 

NASA Earth Science Fun Facts!

From space we study: dust storms, volcanoes, flooding, coral reefs, night lights, wildfires, urban growth, food production, mosquito tracking and other human health issues, precipitation across the world, hurricanes and typhoons, soil moisture, land and sea ice, and changes to the land and sea surfaces.

From airborne research planes we track: changes in polar ice, glaciers, sea level rise, cloud formation, storms, sea level rise and Earth’s changing landscape. 

Our Earth science focus areas include: Atmospheric Composition, Weather and Atmospheric Dynamics, Climate Variability and Change, Water and Energy Cycle, Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems, Earth Surface and Interior

Keep up to date with all our Earth Science missions and research by following NASA Earth on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. 

Make sure to follow us on Tumblr for your regular dose of space: http://nasa.tumblr.com.