March 21, 2023
FAAM Airborne Laboratory flies with sustainable aviation fuel
The FAAM Airborne Laboratory has used a blend of sustainable aviation fuel for the first time this week on a routine crew training flight.
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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March 20, 2023
IPCC climate change synthesis report includes stark warnings, but no surprises
Professor Ed Hawkins explains what the IPCC AR6 climate change synthesis report is and why it matters.
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March 15, 2023
Airlines should prepare for a more turbulent future, climate scientists warn
Atmospheric scientists warn that clear-air turbulence is projected to increase as a result of human-induced climate change.
Our training programme
We are committed to providing the best training in atmospheric science in the UK. Our training programme is research-led and delivered by experts, allowing you to master the fundamentals and refine practical skills and techniques.
Latest jobs
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March 22, 2023
Job Opportunity: NCAS Operations, Administration and Project Support Officer
NCAS is seeking to employ a part time (0.6 FTE) Operations, Administration, and Project Support Officer to join the NCAS Operations Team.
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February 27, 2023
Job Opportunity: FAAM Systems Engineer
FAAM Airborne Laboratory is recruiting a Systems Engineer role to their Mid Life Upgrade project.
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February 10, 2023
Job Opportunity: FAAM Chemistry Instrumentation Scientist
As a Chemistry Instrumentation Scientist, you will be responsible for delivering a newly specified, high quality, reliable and innovative trace-gas meas…
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We promote equality, celebrate diversity and maintain a working environment where staff feel they can bring their whole self to the workplace and to their work.
Latest events
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February 28, 2023
Atmospheric Science Conference March 2023 Programme Announced
We reveal the programme for the final instalment of the Science for Society Atmospheric Science Conference series.
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December 20, 2022
Join creative workshops on sustainable digital research infrastructure
Artist Paul Millhouse-Smith has been commissioned by the Centre for Environmental Data Analysis (CEDA) to inspire collective action on sustainable digit…
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May 11, 2022
Atmospheric Science Conference registration and call for abstracts open
The first of three Atmospheric Science Conference meetings will take place in-person on Wednesday 6 July 2022. Registration and the call for abstracts a…
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.