July 29, 2021
UK climate continues to warm following record-breaking year
For the first time, 2020 ranked in the top ten years for temperature, rain, and sunshine.
Our ambition
We seek to understand our atmosphere, how it is changing, and how it impacts life on earth.
We address global challenges, through our science and our services, helping society adapt to environmental change.
Latest news
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July 28, 2021
“We must expect extreme weather records to be broken” warn climate scientists
Record-shattering heatwaves could become two to seven times more frequent across the world than in the last 30 years.
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June 17, 2021
Researchers ramp up measurements for six-week clean air campaign
Scientists have kick-started an intense six-week air pollution monitoring schedule, aiming to pinpoint new and emerging pollution trends.
Atmospheric Science Conference
This year, the Atmospheric Science Conference will take place as a series of three online events with the overarching theme of ‘Atmospheric Science for Solutions’. The virtual conference takes place on 22 June, 6 July, and 21 September.
It is proudly hosted by the National Centre for Atmospheric Science and the Royal Meteorological Society.
Latest events
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March 19, 2021
Atmospheric Science for Solutions Conference
The Atmospheric Science Conference will take place this year as a series of virtual events, with the overarching theme of ‘Atmospheric Science for Solut…
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March 11, 2021
Atmospheric Science Community Meeting
The Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility is aiming to submit a community call for funding, in order to secure the future of the facility.
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December 15, 2020
Introduction to UKCA 2021
The Introduction to UKCA course will return for 2021 in a new, online format for PhD students and early career researchers.
Our five-year strategy
Our strategy sets out our commitment to help solve the challenges of climate change, air pollution and weather hazards. Discover how our goals will help society rise to the challenges ahead.
Our science
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Air Pollution
Human exposure to air pollution is a significant global environmental burden. By improving society’s knowledge of air pollution, we contribute towards improving air quality and reducing its impacts on people and economic development.
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Climate and High Impact Weather
Weather such as storms, heatwaves and cold spells can impact water resources, infrastructure, agriculture and public health. To mitigate these risks, we contribute towards improved early warnings, risk assessments and further knowledge on climate change.
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Long Term Global Change
Human activities are now the major driver of changes in the atmosphere and its interactions with the earth’s climate. To inform adaptation and mitigation policies, we provide robust scientific evidence on how our atmosphere is changing.
Our services
FAAM Airborne Laboratory
Our FAAM Airborne Laboratory operates a specially adapted world-class research aircraft.
Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility
The Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility (AMOF) is a UK research facility that enables advanced measurements of the atmosphere.
Centre for Environmental Data Analysis
The Centre for Environmental Data Analysis (CEDA) provides data storage and analysis capabilities for the environmental research community.
Computational Modelling Services
The Computational Modelling Services (CMS) supports computer simulations for climate, weather and earth-system research.