CoastColour
The Earth observation satellite ENVISAT obtained extensive data on the coastal zones. MERIS was one of the measurement instruments used during the mission. ENVISAT was abandoned in 2012 by the European Space Agency (ESA) after the satellite failed to respond to commands.
The ESA started the project “coastcolour” to further analyse and evaluate the collected data. It aims at exploiting the data’s potential to the fullest extent. All MERIS data is to be made available online at the coastcolour website.
The project also develops, examines and compares different globally applicable mathematical analysis methods for coastal water data.
The department Optical Oceanography is leading the scientific development and regional adaptation of these analysis methods.
Further information can be found on the coastcolour website.
Contact

Head of Department
Optical Oceanography
Phone: +49 (0)4152 87-2028