Announcements


Call for Nominations for the
PAUL J. CRUTZEN AWARD
FOR EARLY CAREER SCIENTISTS – 2024


2024 joint iCACGP 16th Quadrennial Symposium
and IGAC 18th Science Conference

Abstract Submission & Early Bird Registration Open


Open call for applications to SOLAS SSC and ECSC
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iCACGP

The international Commission on Atmospheric Chemistry and Global Pollution (iCACGP) is one of 10 commissions under the International Association of Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences (IAMAS), which is in turn part of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG). Established in 1957 to foster a deeper understanding of atmospheric chemistry and its global implications, iCACGP has been instrumental in promoting and coordinating international scientific research on atmospheric chemistry and its interactions with climate, ecosystems, and human societies.

iCACGP sponsors two significant projects that align with its mission, which are the International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) project and the Surface Ocean-Lower Atmosphere Study (SOLAS).

International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) Project
The IGAC project, initiated in 1990, is a core project of iCACGP. It focuses on advancing the understanding of atmospheric chemistry and its impact on climate, air quality, and ecosystems. IGAC operates through a series of working groups and activities that address a wide range of topics, from biogeochemical cycles and aerosols to human impacts on atmospheric chemistry. Over the years, IGAC has played a crucial role in shaping the global research agenda in atmospheric chemistry, fostering collaborations, and disseminating knowledge through its workshops, conferences, and publications.

Surface Ocean-Lower Atmosphere Study (SOLAS)
SOLAS, established in 2000, is an interdisciplinary research initiative co-sponsored by iCACGP and the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR). This project aims to understand the key biogeochemical-physical interactions and feedbacks between the ocean and atmosphere. By examining how these interactions affect the Earth’s climate, air quality, and marine ecosystems, SOLAS contributes significantly to our understanding of the Earth system. The project’s research themes include gas exchange, organic matter cycling, atmospheric inputs to the ocean, and interactions between ocean biogeochemistry and climate.

Both IGAC and SOLAS have been pivotal in advancing the scientific community’s understanding of atmospheric chemistry and its interactions with various Earth system components. Their contributions have been crucial in informing policy decisions related to climate change, air quality, and environmental sustainability.

The work of iCACGP, through projects like IGAC and SOLAS, underscores the importance of international collaboration in addressing complex global environmental challenges. By bringing together scientists from diverse disciplines and regions, iCACGP fosters a holistic understanding of atmospheric chemistry and its role in the Earth system, paving the way for informed actions to protect our planet and its inhabitants.