Dr Kris Barkume
kbarkume.bsky.social
Dr Kris Barkume
@kbarkume.bsky.social
Planet Labs | Using space to help life on Earth | Planetary Scientist | Views are mine
I found the size of the White House that has been demolished pretty shocking- the imagery from tbe street just doesn’t capture it. apnews.com/article/sate... images show before and after of demolition of White House East Wing
Satellite images show before and after of demolition of White House East Wing
New satellite images taken Thursday show the scale of the demolition of the White House East Wing as President Donald Trump moves forward with the construction of a new ballroom at the White House.
apnews.com
October 24, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Got two new satellites in space today! Loved getting a sat selfie from SpaceX’s feed. Pelican 3 is the large one on the left and Pelican 4 is just visible on the lower right.
August 26, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Very excited to see the next two Pelican satellites on their way to launch. I can’t wait to help more customers get the imagery they need from our new Pelican satellites!

www.businesswire.com/news/home/20...
www.businesswire.com
July 30, 2025 at 1:09 AM
We had a thunderstorm roll by at sunset last night and ended up with a crazy double rainbow. The primary bow was actually a stacked, or supernumerary bow which I’ve rarely seen. It was nice to pause a moment and take in a beautiful moment among all the craziness.
May 13, 2025 at 11:34 PM
I beyond excited to share our first imagery from Planet’s Pelican satellite! It’s so beautiful and crisp! I continue to be blown away by the talent of my team at Planet- the release of this first light imagery was a great way to celebrate my 2 yr Planetversary.
March 21, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Lunar Trailblazer is set to launch later this afternoon! Lunar Trailblazer will be set to map water on the moon. It shocking how little we know about lunar water, which could be key for further space exploration. Watch the launch coverage starting at 3:30 PT
February 26, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Parenting win/not win:
Mini me: Mom, can I finish this book on Mae Jemison while you drive?

Me:😍

Mini me: Mom, what’s Endeavor?

Me: It’s a space shuttle. NASA often names mission vehicles to inspire, like the Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity.

Mini me: Oh. I’d name my rover McDonalds. 🔥
February 8, 2025 at 5:04 AM

Commercial satellite imagery allows the world to see what some would like to keep hidden.

See Where Trump Is Expanding Immigrant Detention at Guantánamo www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
See Where Trump Is Expanding Immigrant Detention at Guantánamo
Documents and satellite imagery show how much buildup is underway at the military site.
www.nytimes.com
February 6, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Reposted by Dr Kris Barkume
Schrödinger’s funding freeze.
January 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM