# Europe’s Next Generation of Earth Observation Missions

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Published: 2026-06-30T09:00:16+00:00
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## Resource

The European Space Agency has approved two new Scout-class satellite missions: Hibidis, which will map and assess forest biodiversity, and SOVA-S, designed to track atmospheric gravity waves and improve weather forecasting. Built around small, cost-effective spacecraft, both missions highlight a faster and more agile approach to Earth observation. Scheduled to launch within the next three years, they will provide valuable data on ecosystems and the atmosphere while demonstrating the growing potential of innovative small-satellite science. Thank you for listening to Bedtime Astronomy — your guide to the cosmos. New episodes on space exploration, NASA missions & the latest astronomy breakthroughs. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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