1. Sunset over New York City.

    Research confirms non-white urban residents face more heat stress

    An advanced computer modeling technique reveals that non-white and lower-income residents of U.S. cities face greater heat stress.

    • Climate,
    • Weather

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  2. Rain in New York City

    City dwellers will face more extreme precipitation in the future

    Researchers examine the potential for urban areas to experience heavier rainfall and flooding risks in the future.

    • Climate,
    • Weather

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  3. The NSF/NCAR C-130 sits in its hangar.

    NCAR’s next-gen airborne radar will have unmatched ability to peer deep inside storms

    A next-generation airborne radar designed by NCAR that could revolutionize our ability to observe, understand, and ultimately predict high-impact weather events has received $91.8 million in funding from NSF.

    • Weather

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  4. Forecast of solar irradiance across New York State

    NCAR develops advanced solar energy forecasting system

    NCAR has successfully developed an advanced solar energy forecasting system for New York that offers the potential to help the state achieve its renewable energy goals while saving millions of dollars for ratepayers.

    • Weather

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  5. Richard Rotunno

    NCAR scientist Richard Rotunno elected to National Academy of Sciences

    National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) scientist Richard Rotunno has been named a new member of the National Academy of Sciences, a distinguished honor given to those who have achieved excellence in research.

    • Weather

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