Aerosols: Small particles with big climate impact

Aerosols, tiny particles suspended in the air, exert a profound impact on Earth's climate system, influencing cloud formation, precipitation patterns, and global energy balance. To better understand aerosol effects, atmospheric research campaigns are crucial for measuring aerosol composition and properties. This knowledge is also essential for exploring geoengineering strategies, which aim to deliberately modify the climate by introducing aerosols into the atmosphere. However, the efficacy and potential risks of geoengineering hinge on a deeper understanding of aerosol behavior and interactions. MetAtmo brings expertise to this critical area of research, with a strong focus on studying aerosols in both the near-surface and upper troposphere, providing valuable insights to inform climate modeling, geoengineering assessments, and environmental policy decisions.