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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded NOAA $5 million to support the conversion of the Mauna Loa atmospheric baseline observatory in Hawaii to a net-zero carbon facility. Solar panels and…  ​Read More The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded NOAA $5 million to support the conversion of the Mauna Loa atmospheric baseline observatory…

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Larger than Vermont, an underwater seascape of cold-water coral mounds offshore the southeast United States coast has been deemed the largest deep-sea coral reef habitat discovered to date, according…  ​Read More Larger than Vermont, an underwater seascape of cold-water coral mounds offshore the southeast United States coast has been deemed the largest deep-sea coral reef habitat…

Read More “Multi-partner mapping effort reveals largest known deep-sea coral reef habitat” »

The hydroxyl radical (OH) molecule has a short lifespan but a long impact. It reacts with with harmful gases and helps clean Earth’s atmosphere. A new study examines OH changes in a warming climate.  ​Read More The hydroxyl radical (OH) molecule has a short lifespan but a long impact. It reacts with with harmful gases and…

Read More “Hydroxyl radical: A critical air quality cleaning agent” »

A groundbreaking new study spanning more than a decade and hundreds of miles of the Florida Coral Reef demonstrates the key role benthic communities play in reducing the impacts of climate change on…  ​Read More A groundbreaking new study spanning more than a decade and hundreds of miles of the Florida Coral Reef demonstrates the key…

Read More “Key study demonstrates buggering of some Florida reefs against ocean acidification” »

Days with the most prominent Saharan dust correlated with fewer thunderstorms in the Atlantic and less rainfall across Puerto Rico, a pattern that has become more frequent over the past 40 years.  ​Read More Days with the most prominent Saharan dust correlated with fewer thunderstorms in the Atlantic and less rainfall across Puerto Rico, a pattern…

Read More “Increased drought risk in Puerto Rico correlates with Saharan dust plumes” »

At ground level, the mobile lab can often measure emissions closer to the fire source, and it can be used at night when flying an aircraft near a wildfire may be hazardous. Lab results show that…  ​Read More At ground level, the mobile lab can often measure emissions closer to the fire source, and it can…

Read More “A new robust wildfire emissions analysis from a ground-level mobile lab” »

Two new projects will provide useful observations to enhance monitoring and modeling of precipitation events. Each one will expand existing analysis data.  ​Read More Two new projects will provide useful observations to enhance monitoring and modeling of precipitation events. Each one will expand existing analysis data.  

The wind-driven Marshall Fire erupted into the most costly wildfire in Colorado history on December 30, 2021, evolving in one hour from a grass fire into a suburban firestorm that destroyed 1,084…  ​Read More The wind-driven Marshall Fire erupted into the most costly wildfire in Colorado history on December 30, 2021, evolving in one hour from…

Read More “Looking back at Colorado’s Marshall Fire” »

The Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) influences atmospheric circulation and deep convection over the tropical Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean on a 30–90 day cycle. A new study finds that global warming…  ​Read More The Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) influences atmospheric circulation and deep convection over the tropical Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean on a 30–90 day cycle. A…

Read More “Study finds global warming increases predictability of tropical climate pattern” »

The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) shapes climate, weather, and marine life. A cost-effective method can estimate the AMOC at a 22.5°S, a critical location at the edges of the…  ​Read More The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) shapes climate, weather, and marine life. A cost-effective method can estimate the AMOC at a 22.5°S, a critical…

Read More “Researchers develop new way to estimate the AMOC in the South Atlantic” »

In winter, extratropical cyclones (ETCs) bring risky weather: heavy rain and snow, and strong winds. New research will employ advanced climate models to predict how ETCs might change in the future.  ​Read More In winter, extratropical cyclones (ETCs) bring risky weather: heavy rain and snow, and strong winds. New research will employ advanced climate models to…

Read More “Multi-decadal projections of extratropical cyclones” »

As COP28 concludes, NOAA provides highlights observations since the last major climate agreement was signed in 2015. Known as the Paris Agreement, it was adopted by 196 countries including the United…  ​Read More As COP28 concludes, NOAA provides highlights observations since the last major climate agreement was signed in 2015. Known as the Paris Agreement, it…

Read More “What we’ve learned about our climate since 2015” »

Projected end-of-21st-century increases in central tropical Pacific dust and iron deposition strengthen with increasing emissions/radiative forcing, and are aligned with projected soil moisture…  ​Read More Projected end-of-21st-century increases in central tropical Pacific dust and iron deposition strengthen with increasing emissions/radiative forcing, and are aligned with projected soil moisture…  

From responding to heat waves to setting records and launching new tech, AOML’s dedicated team continues to push the boundary in an effort to support NOAA’s mission to build a climate-ready nation.  ​Read More From responding to heat waves to setting records and launching new tech, AOML’s dedicated team continues to push the boundary in an…

Read More “Twelve days of AOML research” »

The Climate Program Office’s Atmospheric Chemistry, Carbon Cycle and Climate Program supported new research examining wildfire impacts on air quality and public health in the continental USA from…  ​Read More The Climate Program Office’s Atmospheric Chemistry, Carbon Cycle and Climate Program supported new research examining wildfire impacts on air quality and public health in the continental…

Read More “Heightened health risks due to wildfire pollutants: Results from an AI modeling study” »

A new study that uses satellite data to analyze gases emitted from wildfires with the aim of enhancing understanding of wildfire emissions beyond current forecasts.  ​Read More A new study that uses satellite data to analyze gases emitted from wildfires with the aim of enhancing understanding of wildfire emissions beyond current forecasts.  

Along the west coast of the U.S., the dynamic and very biodiverse California Current System (CCS) supports a variety of fisheries and marine services. A new study improves accuracy in predicting…  ​Read More Along the west coast of the U.S., the dynamic and very biodiverse California Current System (CCS) supports a variety of fisheries and marine…

Read More “Refining forecasts of the California Current System” »

A new study supported by the Climate Program Office’s Climate Variability & Predictability (CVP) Program explores the transformation tropical cyclones undergo as they move away from the equator.  ​Read More A new study supported by the Climate Program Office’s Climate Variability & Predictability (CVP) Program explores the transformation tropical cyclones undergo as they move away from…

Read More “A clearer understanding of tropical cyclone weather fronts” »

A youth panel at COP28 featuring five young women climate leaders from around the country and Guam to talk about youth demands of the U.S. government. The panel took place December 8, 2023, on COP28’…  ​Read More A youth panel at COP28 featuring five young women climate leaders from around the country and Guam to talk…

Read More “NOAA-supported youth panel introduces climate literacy guide at COP28” »

After the eruption of Mauna Loa Volcano on November 27, 2022, Mauna Loa Observatory staff restored limited power to four key observatory buildings by augmenting existing solar generation and adding…  ​Read More After the eruption of Mauna Loa Volcano on November 27, 2022, Mauna Loa Observatory staff restored limited power to four key observatory buildings by…

Read More “One year after the eruption, Mauna Loa Observatory has resumed key science activities” »