Studies of air pollution: carbon monoxide
Satellite(s)e.g., Sentinel-5P. | Monitoring elementAbsorption of trace gases in the backscattered radiation. |
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Description techniqueSchneising et al. (2019) developed scientific algorithms to simultaneously retrieve carbon monoxide and methane. | Accuracy / Resolution5km x 5km (approximately). |
Case studyZotino Tall Tower Observatory in central Siberia (Mikhailov et al. 2017). | |
Benefits
| LimitationsSteep learning curve for a non-expert, e.g., using the Google Earth Engine requires some investment in time. |
Applicability for NorthlandUnsure. Generally low concentration for New Zealand compared to global hotspots. Potential to look into general air pollution for Northland urban areas (e.g. Whangarei). | |
Publication referencesSchneising, O., et al., 2019. A scientific algorithm to simultaneously retrieve carbon monoxide and methane from TROPOMI onboard Sentinel-5 Precursor. Atmos. Meas. Tech. 12, 6771–6802. https://doi.org/10.5194/amt-12-6771-2019 Mikhailov EF, Mironova S, Mironov G, Vlasenko S, Panov A, Chi X, Walter D, Carbone S, Artaxo P, Heimann M, et al. 2017. Long-term measurements (2010–2014) of carbonaceous aerosol and carbon monoxide at the Zotino Tall Tower Observatory (ZOTTO) in central Siberia. Atmos Chem Phys. 17(23):14365-14392. doi:10.5194/acp-17-14365-2017. | |
Other comments or informationNRT: 2018 - current | |
Other referenceshttps://developers.google.com/earth-engine/datasets/catalog/COPERNICUS_S5P_NRTI_L3_CO |