Articles tagged with Climate Data
Climate Wizard generates color maps of projected temperature and precipitation changes using 16 climate models, making data accessible to a wider audience. The tool allows users to explore climate change impacts on endangered species, drought-prone regions, and freshwater supplies.
A new study by Stanford University researchers suggests that global warming could significantly impact US wine and corn production. The study uses high-resolution computer models to project future climate change impacts on agriculture in the United States over the next three decades.
Space agencies are collaborating to provide long-term global climate observations using Earth observation satellites. These data will support the UNFCCC and the International Panel on Climate Change by quantifying the state of our climate.
A new study finds climate change could boost the incidence of civil war in sub-Saharan Africa by over 50 percent. Rising temperatures and crop failures may lead to huge potential costs to human livelihoods, with some regions experiencing a 55% increase in conflict likelihood by 2030.
The National Evolutionary Synthesis Center is part of a major digital data initiative to improve access to Earth's biota and environment data. Dozens of institutions partner to provide secure, permanent access to biological and earth sciences data.
New research shows daily record high temperatures occurred twice as often as record lows over the last decade across the continental US. The study predicts that if emissions continue to climb, the U.S. ratio of daily record high to record low temperatures will increase dramatically.
Geochemical analysis of rare ancient soils provides new data on Central Africa's paleoclimate during the Late Jurassic period. The findings indicate an extremely arid climate with minimal rainfall and few vegetation species, contrasting with the lush tropical rainforest it is today.
Scientists at Michigan State University are developing robotic fish that use advanced materials to swim like fish and monitor water quality. The robots will carry sensors recording temperature, dissolved oxygen, pollutants, and harmful algae, providing a high spatial and temporal resolution of data.
The new NIST database on gas hydrates provides a comprehensive collection of data on the properties of these naturally occurring crystalline materials, which are a potential energy resource and may affect the Earth's climate. The database contains over 12,000 individual data points for 150 compounds and 400 different chemical systems.
The Arctic sea ice extent has reached its third lowest point on record, with a minimum area of 5.10 million square kilometers. The ice cover has declined by about 34 percent since satellite measurements began in the late 1970s.
The eScience revolution aims to hasten scientific discovery by providing a toolkit for scientists and educators to access and interpret vast amounts of data. Semantic Web technology enables computers to provide meaning to words, linking users to related information and facilitating collaboration between experts and non-experts.
The Arctic sea ice cover has reached its minimum extent for 2009, the third-lowest recorded since satellite measurements began in 1979. The September minimum extent is significantly below the long-term average and well outside natural climate variability, attributed to human-produced greenhouse gases.
A new study reconstructs Arctic summer temperatures over 1,600 years, showing that recent warming is more anomalous than previously documented. The study agrees with climate models and indicates that the Arctic's sensitivity to climate change will continue into the next century.
The University of California, San Diego will receive $32 million to develop the Ocean Observatories Initiative's cyberinfrastructure. The system will enable near-real-time access to ocean data, transforming ocean science research and education.
A new analysis of 30 years of on-ground and satellite observations reveals the onset of water scarcity in southeast Australia around 1993-1996. This finding underscores the importance of good water information for water resource planning and highlights the impact of climate change on the country's current water resources.
Researchers at the University of Rochester have found evidence that changes in the net flow of heat into and out of the oceans correlate with past climate anomalies, including abrupt shifts in global temperatures and unusual land temperature fluctuations. The study, which analyzed high-quality data sets, suggests these oceanic shifts s...
A recent study using satellite data has found that groundwater in northern India has been receding by up to 1 foot per year over the past decade, primarily due to human consumption for irrigation. This depletion poses a significant threat to the region's agricultural output, potable water supplies, and social stability.
Using NASA satellite data, scientists found that groundwater levels in northern India have been declining by as much as one foot per year over the past decade. Human activities such as irrigation are being blamed for this loss, which is equivalent to filling Lake Mead three times.
A new study found that treelines are not universally responding to climate warming by advancing, as expected. However, the research revealed an unexpected association between winter temperature warming and treeline advance, contradicting previous views on summer temperatures being the primary control.
The NOAA-led Hydropalooza project is mapping the seafloor and coastline of Kachemak Bay, providing detailed data for safe navigation and ecosystem management. The data will be used to support local planning, maritime commerce, and recreational boating in the area.
An international team of scientists has discovered an extinct rodent species, Eomyops noeliae, based on fossil tooth remains found in Alborache, Valencia. The new species provides valuable evolutionary and paleoenvironmental information related to this rodent.
Researchers at University of Bristol predict sea level rise will be between 7-82 cm by end of century, similar to IPCC projections. The new model uses fossil coral data and temperature records from ice-core measurements to achieve accurate predictions.
Rainfall in Iberian Peninsula to decline due to climate change, with increased frequency in winter and lower amounts in spring-summer. Climate models predict significant changes by middle of 21st century, with varying effects on seasonal distribution patterns.
The Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET) is the world's largest network of ground-based sensors for aerosols, crucial to understanding Earth's climate. AERONET was born from a need to study vegetation using satellites, but Holben shifted focus to aerosols, leading to a better understanding of their role in climate change.
A study by the USDA Forest Service and university scientists found that climate plays a critical role in shaping wildfire behavior, particularly in the Western United States. Climate influences fuel production and drying, which varies among different ecosystems, leading to varying fire sizes and severities.
GridFTP, a protocol developed by Argonne National Laboratory, has been used to transfer unprecedented amounts of data at a rate of 200 megabytes per second. This technology enables large-scale collaborative science projects to share secure, robust, and high-speed bulk data.
Scientists have compiled the first ever growth ring chronology from tropical Australia, revealing that tree growth depends mainly on annual precipitation. The analysis suggests that growth rings are a more suitable proxy data for registering precipitation dynamics in Australia than current methods based on ENSO and IPO.
A new climate-based model predicts Dengue fever epidemics up to 40 weeks in advance with 83% accuracy, providing crucial time for public health authorities to mobilize resources. The model can be expanded to include Latin America and the Caribbean, where disease incidence has increased dramatically over the past 25 years.
Researchers create novel method to reconstruct missing data, enabling calculations of lost information and a more complete picture of climate evolution. This breakthrough will help tackle ecological studies, such as population fluctuations and extinction rates, and uncover new findings on climate change.
The Climate Disclosure Standards Board has proposed a global framework to enhance corporate transparency by including climate change data in companies' annual reports. The framework clarifies which climate change data should be reported and provides guidelines for streamlined disclosure procedures.
Researchers found that birds in more unpredictable climates have more impressive singing skills, likely as a way to attract mates. The study suggests that this phenomenon may be an evolutionary adaptation for traits like language and music.
Participatory Sensing enables individuals to identify, measure, and address problems such as air pollution and ecosystem damage using mobile phones. This platform presents scenarios for improving environmental protection and personal healthcare, leveraging the widespread access of mobile devices.
New research reveals a significant decline in Cascades snowpack due to warming climate, with potential implications for drinking water supplies, fisheries, irrigation, and hydropower. The study used multiple methods to analyze decades-long records of water content in the central Puget Sound basin.
Scientists use DNA barcoding to identify mosquito species spreading lymphatic filariasis, a disease causing permanent disability worldwide. The technique reveals menace species habitats and range, aiding understanding of environmental factors influencing their breeding.
The University of Washington's seaglider successfully operated for six months under the ice in Davis Strait, collecting data on fresh water exiting the Arctic. The record-breaking deployment contributes to understanding climate change impacts on ocean circulation.
The University of Washington is leveraging cloud computing to facilitate data-intensive research on oceans and galaxies. Researchers are using the platform to explore climate simulations and analyze astronomical images, which previously were too large for individual computers to handle.
Scientists are conducting airborne field campaigns in the Arctic to study Greenland and Iceland ice sheets and their sea ice and glaciers. NASA's ICESat spacecraft is also completing a seasonal survey of the world's ice sheets to gauge changes in ice thickness and mass.
A detailed malaria risk map published by the Wellcome Trust shows that three-quarters of the world's high-risk areas have low transmission rates, making malaria control more feasible. The map, developed using state-of-the-art technology, pinpoints malaria risk to an unprecedented resolution of 25km2.
Researchers modeled West Antarctic ice sheet's past movements and found it collapsed and regrew multiple times due to ocean warming. The study uses deep sea oxygen isotope ratios to deduce Antarctic temperature changes and suggests the ice sheet may collapse if ocean temperatures warm sufficiently.
Researchers at University of Michigan propose a plan to save up to 75 percent of data center energy by implementing PowerNap, which puts idle servers to sleep, and RAILS, a more efficient power supplying technique. The approach addresses the significant energy waste in data centers, where computers spend most of their time doing nothing.
Research finds that tropical forest lizards are less tolerant of high temperatures than their relatives at higher latitudes. A temperature change of just a few degrees can significantly reduce their physical performance, making them more vulnerable to extinction. The study's lead author warns that the same concerns apply to other ectot...
Scientists found reduced export of North Atlantic deep water during Heinrich event 1, supporting hypothesis on freshwater's impact. However, they dispute the existence of a terminal extinction event in the Karoo Basin's continental record.
A team of researchers found evidence of widespread cooling in Antarctica around 35 million years ago, which was caused by a significant drop in greenhouse gases, particularly CO2. The study used computer modeling and temperature proxies to determine the cause of the cooling.
An analysis of European cities found that higher temperatures lead to a significant increase in respiratory-related hospitalizations. For every degree increase above 90% of the maximum apparent temperature, there was a four percent average increase in respiratory-related hospitalizations, especially among the elderly.
A team of CU-Boulder students and professionals will operate the Kepler spacecraft from launch, monitoring onboard systems and uploading commands twice a week. The mission aims to identify small, rocky planets in habitable zones, fueling growing excitement among space scientists.
A University of Michigan researcher has developed a method to reconcile data on greenhouse gas sources and sinks, improving the accuracy of climate predictions. By analyzing atmospheric sampling locations and satellite data, she aims to predict how carbon levels will evolve in the future.
The NOAA CDR Project aims to address climate change data challenges by stitching together heritage satellite data and incorporating future sources like NPOESS. This project will deliver regular climate information following rigorous scientific standards, enabling understanding of climate variability and change.
Four NASA Goddard scientists, John Connerney, Thomas Moore, Richard Ray, and Compton Tucker, have been named AGU Fellows for their outstanding work in the field. They were recognized for their research contributions to planetary science, geophysics, and space plasmas.
A University of Alberta biologist is sounding the alarm on Canada's neglect of crucial research on climate change's effects on its lakes, reservoirs, and carbon cycles. Studies reveal that lake water levels are depleting at a rate of less than one percent per year, posing a significant threat to emergency water supplies.
Researchers find 93 plant species are moving their flowering ranges to higher elevations due to rising summer temperatures. The study, which spanned 20 years, reveals some plants flowered farther uphill while others stopped at lower elevations.
A new study reveals that most of Antarctica has been warming at a rate comparable to the rest of the world, contrary to previous findings on the East Antarctic Ice Sheet. The research used satellite data and weather station measurements to estimate temperature trends and found that West Antarctica warmed more than East Antarctica.
Scientists have discovered a strong correlation between cosmic-ray data and stratospheric temperature, allowing for the detection of major weather events such as Sudden Stratospheric Warming. This study has the potential to improve weather forecasting and climate modeling by providing a new tool for monitoring atmospheric conditions.
A four-week expedition to explore the deep ocean south-west of Tasmania has revealed new species of animals, including a bizarre carnivorous sea squirt and giant sponges. The survey also found vast fields of fossil corals dated to over 10,000 years old, providing ancient climate data for models of regional and global climate change.
A study led by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers found global yields of biofuels crops to be overestimated by 100-150%, highlighting the need for more realistic expectations. This information can empower countries to make informed decisions about agricultural biofuels.
A team of scientists has analyzed global atmospheric data for the past 60 years to determine the frequency of polar lows. They found that there is no long-term trend in the frequency of these storms, contradicting previous assumptions about their connection to climate change.
The new system, AMSTAR, will provide NCAR with up to 30 petabytes of storage capacity and enable scientists to conduct increasingly sophisticated computer studies of Earth's climate. The system is based on the Sun StorageTek SL8500 Modular Library and will allow NCAR to store its valuable scientific data for the next 15-20 years.
A University of East Anglia study demonstrates that human influence is responsible for warming in both Arctic and Antarctic regions. The findings contradict previous observations and the IPCC's previous stance on Antarctica.
Scientists at Harvard University found that different plant families near Walden Pond have reacted to climate change in varying ways, with some facing sharp declines or local extinction due to their inability to adjust flowering times, while others remain more resilient.
A team of Arizona State University researchers is investigating human vulnerability to deadly heat exposure in the face of climate change. The study aims to guide policymakers and planners in bolstering protective measures to prevent heat-related illness and deaths.
The US Department of Energy is providing funding for four field studies on climate research, with a focus on clouds and aerosols. The studies aim to improve computer models simulating climate change by gathering data on various cloud types and their interactions with radiation and aerosols.