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Carbon Tracker CT2016 released 28 February 2017

Carbon Tracker CT2016 released

The updated version of this CPO-supported tool provides information for policymakers, industry, and researchers to make informed decisions related to atmospheric greenhouse gases.

Using the Madden-Julian Oscillation in mid-range weather forecasts 21 February 2017

Using the Madden-Julian Oscillation in mid-range weather forecasts

CPO-supported researchers examined convective variability under different climate scenarios to understand future reliability of the Madden-Julian Oscillation in weather forecasting.

How are heat waves over Yangtze River valley associated with atmospheric quasi-biweekly oscillation? 21 February 2017

How are heat waves over Yangtze River valley associated with atmospheric quasi-biweekly oscillation?

A recently published study on mechanisms for predicting heat waves in China is an important contribution to the field of extreme heat, a well known public health issue for the entire globe.

Challenges and Prospects for Reducing Coupled Climate Model SST Biases in the Tropics and Pacific 20 February 2017

Challenges and Prospects for Reducing Coupled Climate Model SST Biases in the Tropics and Pacific

A new report synthesizes results from a vast amount of research in modeling sea surface temperature, identifying gaps in knowledge and recommending future research avenues. 

AC4 supports 10 new projects in FY16 3 October 2016

AC4 supports 10 new projects in FY16

In FY16 the AC4 program funded 10 new projects consisting of 17 individual grants totaling $6.5 million to universities and non-Federal research laboratories. The projects will support the Fire Influence on Regional and Global Environments Experiment (FIREX) led by NOAA’s Chemical Science Division.

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