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atmospheric carbon data
satellite collecting carbon data from Earth
global carbon dioxide measurement from 2020-2021

CMS

Carbon Monitoring System

NASA's Carbon Monitoring System (CMS) project is designed to make significant contributions in characterizing, quantifying, understanding, and predicting the evolution of global carbon sources and sinks through improved monitoring of carbon stocks and fluxes. CMS uses NASA satellite observations and modeling/analysis capabilities to establish the accuracy, quantitative uncertainties, and utility of products for supporting national and international policy, regulatory, and management activities. CMS data products are designed to inform near-term policy development and planning.

Data Centers

ORNL DAAC
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Study Dates2010 - present
Season of StudyYear-round
RegionWorldwide
Focus Areas

Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems

Climate Variability and Change

Scientific Topics

Land

Atmosphere

Water

The following resources provide additional information about CMS.