The FRM4Fire project is developing methods to validate fire radiative power (FRP) measurements obtained via satellite Earth observations, including establishing reliable validation standards for active fire and FRP data. The research is organised around five interconnected work packages (WP), following a temporal sequence.
A comprehensive characterisation of all the uncertainty sources impacting FRP measurements is underway, from space and airborne campaigns, and the validation framework process. Characterisations will be rooted in metrological principles and tools developed as part of the QA4EO framework.
To quantify the impact of speciifc sources, approaches will be based on:
Data gathererd from previous FRP validation efforts or a new airborne campaign will be processed to be metrological traceable.
Based on results of WP1, a validation protocol for EO-based FRP measurements will be drafted, including best practices for collecting reference data using airborne measurements, and a validation approach outlining technical and operational requirements.
After engaging with the Cal/Val and fire communities, a long-term strategy addressing future R&D activities will be formulated, including recommendations related to next generation SLSTR sensors, and activities for FRM4FIRE Phase 2.
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At ESA’s Fire from Space workshop, Bernardo Mota emphasised that assessing and propagating uncertainty in satellite fire data can improve the reliability and confidence in wildfire monitoring. With ESA backing, this approach is helping shape the direction of fire monitoring science.
