Goddard Applied Sciences
Connecting NASA researchers with interagency activities and partnerships to facilitate practical and innovative uses of Earth observations for societal benefit in six thematic areas:
Air Quality and Health
Chesapeake Bay
Climate and Environmental Health
Disasters
Mission Applications
Linking Earth Observations to Pipeline Threat Management Needs for the U.S. Onshore Pipeline Sector
Corey Froese | BGC Engineering
02.04.26 @ 11:00 a.m. ET
HYBRID – 33/H114 or Teams
The United States has approximately 2.5 million miles of pipelines, with thousands of miles crossing landslide-prone terrain. Since 2010, there have been over 8,140 reported pipeline incidents, with dozens related to earth movement or natural force damage, resulting in service disruptions, evacuations, and more than $7.57 billion in total property damages and losses. Current monitoring approaches are primarily reactive, with pipeline operators conducting inspections only after visible ground changes or regulatory requirements trigger action, causing US Pipeline regulator and pipeline operators to demand that pipeline integrity groups better assess landslide hazards and develop methods to rapidly evaluate moving or accelerating risks. In support of this need, BGC studies what has driven the location and timing of active landslides in the US to provide awareness and warning for future events. Part of this includes learning how Earth Observations can be utilized, along with existing lower altitude or ground data to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of monitoring programs. This seminar will introduce the range of threats to which pipelines are exposed and typical technologies used to support characterization. The specific details around landslide hazards and opportunities for Earth observation integration will be discussed.
Corey Froese, M.Sc., P.Eng., P.Geo. is a Principal Geological Engineer with BGC Engineering based in Western Canada. For 25 years, he has focused on the application of satellite-based earth observation technologies to better understand complex landslide hazards that impact on linear infrastructure across North America. Corey has supported the Canadian Space Agency as an internal technical authority on their EO Application Development Program and currently supports PRCI on monitoring and managing threats to onshore pipelines across the United States.
Please note that per NASA policy, use of AI or automated note-taking tools is not allowed during this seminar.
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NASA Biological Diversity & Ecological Conservation Programs
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Brad Ack | Ocean Visions
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01.22.24
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