Observation of Solar and Infrared Radiation
Overview of solar and infrared radiation observation
The earth-atmosphere system is warmed by solar radiation from the sun and cooled by the loss of infrared radiation into space. Radiant energy created in this way is a driving force for various atmospheric phenomena. Against such a background, observation of long-term radiation at the earth's surface is important for elucidating the mechanisms behind elements of global environmental change such as global warming, which has become a pressing concern in recent years. This supports assessment of how changes in atmospheric constituents such as greenhouse gases, water vapor, clouds and aerosols influence the earth's radiation energy balance.
Precision instruments for solar and infrared radiation observation
Observation results