Research
Boundary Layer Processes & Cloud Physics
Boundary layer processes and cloud physics in arctic regions are poorly parametrized in the current generation of global climate models. For example, phase difference of clouds (ice and water) could effect radiative balance of atmosphere significantly. PSD researchers are tackling those difficult problems by using observations and models. Below is some of the research being conducted by the PSD Polar Observations and Processes team:
- Eureka Flux Tower Solar Radiation Instruments
In order to characterize surface solar radiation budget, we installed a set of solar radiation instruments on the flux tower in Eureka. Read more... - Long term temperature records in Arctic
Some stations in Arctic have long-term temperature records. Read more...
Did you know...
- Even though the Arctic receives a large amount of solar energy in summer, the high reflectivity of snow and ice surfaces keeps absorption of solar energy low.