NASA Tracks COVID-19’s Atmospheric Fingerprint

The video explores the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on atmospheric emissions, focusing on nitrogen oxide and ozone levels. NASA's research revealed a 2% global drop in harmful ozone, a change that would typically take 15 years to achieve. The study also highlighted the uneven global impact of lockdowns on ozone levels. Additionally, the video discusses CO2 emissions, using NASA's OCO 2 instrument to track regional fluctuations. The research distinguished between human and natural causes of CO2 changes, providing insights for sustainable climate measures. The lockdowns underscored the complex relationship between human activity and atmospheric emissions.

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