Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
Flash droughts have been extensively studied in various regions, but tropical environments, especially the Caribbean, have been overlooked. This is significant because these areas typically experience frequent, almost daily rainfall, making them highly susceptible to sudden and severe drying.
NWS forecasters are tasked with not only forecasting extreme rainfall events, but also effectively communicating the threats and impacts of these events to a variety of audiences.
A new study on air quality impacts from wildfires funded by AC4 provides improved satellite observations and a characterization of how smoke pollution evolves as it travels to urban areas.
Enhancing Satellite Data to Get a Full Picture of California Wildfire Smoke Impacts Read More »
Through this NOFO, CAP is soliciting applications for a maximum of one new team in the Upper Northeast and
Southeast regions.
Climate Program Office (CPO), Climate Adaptation Partnerships Program FY2024 Read More »
NBC Today Show weatherman and NOAA emissary Al Roker tagged along with scientists carrying air pollution sensors for a day of data collection in New York City.
NBC’s Al Roker Highlights CPO- and CSL-Supported Air Quality Research in New York Read More »
Last month, scientists from NOAA, NASA and 21 universities from three countries deployed state-of-the-art instruments in multiple, coordinated research campaigns to investigate how air pollution sources have shifted over recent decades.
NBC’s Al Roker Highlights CPO- and CSL-Supported Air Quality Research in New York Read More »
Understanding the intricate web of interactions between Earth’s surface properties, particularly moisture content, and the atmosphere during summer is vital for applications like weather forecasting and addressing climate change
A New Approach to Evaluating Sensitivity in Land-Atmosphere Interaction Read More »
FEMA selected 483 Community Disaster Resilience Zones designations to receive targeted federal support that will help those communities reduce the impact of climate change and other natural hazards.
FEMA announces initial designation of Community Disaster Resilience Zones Read More »
Greenhouse gas concentrations, global sea level and ocean heat content reached record highs in 2022, according to the 33rd annual State of the Climate report.
State of Climate 2022 report published on Climate.gov Read More »
The session, titled “Climate Literacy for Understanding and Addressing the Climate Crisis,” will explore the importance and advancement of climate literacy as part of efforts to build public understanding and abilities needed to address the climate crisis.