Google DeepMind has launched AlphaEarth Foundations, an advanced AI model described as a "virtual satellite" that integrates petabytes of Earth observation data to create highly detailed, 10-meter resolution global maps. This model processes trillions of disparate datasets, including satellite imagery, to generate compact, consistent summaries of terrestrial land and coastal waters. AlphaEarth Foundations enables near real-time monitoring of critical environmental issues such as food security, deforestation, water resources, climate change, urban development, and ecosystem shifts. The AI model produces analysis-ready data embeddings for each year dating back to 2017 without requiring additional atmospheric corrections or cloud masking. It is designed to support scientists and policymakers in making informed decisions on global challenges like flood and wildfire forecasting, weather prediction, and sustainable urban planning. The technology represents a significant advancement in geospatial AI, offering unprecedented precision and scalability for planetary monitoring and climate action.