November 22, 2025
Journal Article

Aerosols are Critical for ‘Nowcasting’ Climate

Abstract

Aerosols are a critical part of the earth’s energy balance and are changing rapidly. Monitoring Earth’s energy budget, clouds and aerosols with a coherent observing system from the ground, air and space, coupled with predictive models is necessary for timely, updated climate ‘nowcasts.’

Published: November 22, 2025

Citation

Gettelman A., and R. Kahn. 2025. Aerosols are Critical for ‘Nowcasting’ Climate. One Earth 8, no. 4:Art No. 101239. PNNL-SA-209044. doi:10.1016/j.oneear.2025.101239

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