In the year that severe flooding and landslides claimed over 800 lives in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil has joined the international space organization that makes timely satellite data available to rescue authorities during disasters.

South Korea’s space agency has joined its international counterparts in putting satellite data at the disposal of rescue authorities following major disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis.

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, November 4, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) has been recognized by The International Charter for clear commitment to understanding its environmental impact and reducing it.