The steel mills of western Pennsylvania remain important to the State’s economy.
Landsat monitors the recovery of former mines and oil sites, supporting new
energy development. The Delaware River Basin supplies Philadelphia with its
drinking water. The basin faces challenges with saltwater infiltration and sea level
rise. State researchers use Landsat data to plan for sustainable land use and to
make informed water management decisions.
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Pennsylvania and Landsat
Landsat data are used every day to help us better understand our dynamic planet. Read about how Landsat benefits Pennsylvania in this USGS Fact Sheet.
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