Harriett Richardson
@harriettrichardson.bsky.social
Communications Manager at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) ⛈️📈 🌈 linktr.ee/atmosphericscience
I'll be sharing content on #ClimateChange #AirPollution #Weather #PeopleinSTEM
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I'll be sharing content on #ClimateChange #AirPollution #Weather #PeopleinSTEM
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Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to rise by 1.1% in 2025 – reaching a record high, according to new research by the Global Carbon Project.
Read more:
ncas.ac.uk/decarbonisat...
Read more:
ncas.ac.uk/decarbonisat...
Decarbonisation efforts are advancing, but they’re outpaced by rising energy demands - NCAS
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to rise by 1.1% in 2025 – reaching a record high, according to new research by the Global Carbon Project. The 2025 Global Carbon Budget projects...
ncas.ac.uk
November 13, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to rise by 1.1% in 2025 – reaching a record high, according to new research by the Global Carbon Project.
Read more:
ncas.ac.uk/decarbonisat...
Read more:
ncas.ac.uk/decarbonisat...
From climate forecasting to help renewable energy in East Africa, to exploring the contribution of climate change to monsoon rainfall in Pakistan - here's a flavour of the climate science taking place @ncas-uk.bsky.social 🌎
It’s clear that atmospheric science plays a vital role in our collective effort to tackle climate change.
As #COP30 begins, check out our 4 stories of climate science in action: ncas.ac.uk/cop30-and-cl...
As #COP30 begins, check out our 4 stories of climate science in action: ncas.ac.uk/cop30-and-cl...
COP30 and climate science in action - NCAS
Stories of climate science in action at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science during COP30.
ncas.ac.uk
November 12, 2025 at 2:32 PM
From climate forecasting to help renewable energy in East Africa, to exploring the contribution of climate change to monsoon rainfall in Pakistan - here's a flavour of the climate science taking place @ncas-uk.bsky.social 🌎
At @ncas-uk.bsky.social we know it’s important to talk about the support required for people with caring responsibilities.
We asked staff to share their experiences and insights 💬
We asked staff to share their experiences and insights 💬
What's it like to balance caring responsibilities and a career in science? How does it affect professional relationships and opportunities, and what adjustments need to be made?
Our colleagues share their experiences and insights:
ncas.ac.uk/insights-fro...
Our colleagues share their experiences and insights:
ncas.ac.uk/insights-fro...
Caring responsibilities and work in science - NCAS
We asked our colleagues to talk about their challenges, insights and advice in managing their careers with caring responsibilities.
ncas.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 9:44 AM
At @ncas-uk.bsky.social we know it’s important to talk about the support required for people with caring responsibilities.
We asked staff to share their experiences and insights 💬
We asked staff to share their experiences and insights 💬
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Some of the greatest impacts of human-caused climate change are being felt in the Arctic.
In honour of Arctic Circle Assembly, we are sharing some of our atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic.
Check out our 4 stories of Arctic science:
ncas.ac.uk/arctic-and-t...
In honour of Arctic Circle Assembly, we are sharing some of our atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic.
Check out our 4 stories of Arctic science:
ncas.ac.uk/arctic-and-t...
Arctic and the atmosphere - NCAS
Atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic, as part of the Arctic Circle Assembly week.
ncas.ac.uk
October 16, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Some of the greatest impacts of human-caused climate change are being felt in the Arctic.
In honour of Arctic Circle Assembly, we are sharing some of our atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic.
Check out our 4 stories of Arctic science:
ncas.ac.uk/arctic-and-t...
In honour of Arctic Circle Assembly, we are sharing some of our atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic.
Check out our 4 stories of Arctic science:
ncas.ac.uk/arctic-and-t...
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Our Introduction to Scientific Computing training course is coming soon!
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
Introduction to Scientific Computing - NCAS
The Introduction to Scientific Computing course covers the skills needed for effective data management and analysis using Linux and Python.
ncas.ac.uk
October 10, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Our Introduction to Scientific Computing training course is coming soon!
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
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Our Introduction to Atmospheric Science training course is returning in February 2026 to provide you with the foundation for work in atmospheric science. Weather systems, air quality, climate - our experienced tutors will cover it all and more!
🗓️ 23 - 27 February, Leeds
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
🗓️ 23 - 27 February, Leeds
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
Introduction to Atmospheric Science - NCAS
The Introduction to Atmospheric Science training course provides students and early career researchers with a broad overview of atmospheric science.
ncas.ac.uk
October 13, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Our Introduction to Atmospheric Science training course is returning in February 2026 to provide you with the foundation for work in atmospheric science. Weather systems, air quality, climate - our experienced tutors will cover it all and more!
🗓️ 23 - 27 February, Leeds
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
🗓️ 23 - 27 February, Leeds
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
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In celebration of Black History Month, we're honouring the memory of 4 scientists of colour whose work has laid strong foundations for the environmental science we know today.
#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #PowerAndPride #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonth @blackhistorymonth.org.uk
#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #PowerAndPride #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonth @blackhistorymonth.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 2:58 PM
In celebration of Black History Month, we're honouring the memory of 4 scientists of colour whose work has laid strong foundations for the environmental science we know today.
#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #PowerAndPride #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonth @blackhistorymonth.org.uk
#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #PowerAndPride #BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonth @blackhistorymonth.org.uk
Coming soon in November - some incredible scientific computing training by @ncas-uk.bsky.social. Just starting out? Or needing to brush up on new tools? We've got it covered 👇
Our Introduction to Scientific Computing training course is coming soon!
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.
4 November, online
17 – 21 November, Leeds
Apply by 31 October:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...
Introduction to Scientific Computing - NCAS
The Introduction to Scientific Computing course covers the skills needed for effective data management and analysis using Linux and Python.
ncas.ac.uk
October 10, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Coming soon in November - some incredible scientific computing training by @ncas-uk.bsky.social. Just starting out? Or needing to brush up on new tools? We've got it covered 👇
Why I do what I do!
Communicating science and its impact is a crucial component of climate action. Providing people with accessible information is important because it offers clarity and supports mental wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving decision-making, and fostering resilience.
Communicating science and its impact is a crucial component of climate action. Providing people with accessible information is important because it offers clarity and supports mental wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving decision-making, and fostering resilience.
How does working in atmospheric science during a climate crisis impact you?
We asked our colleagues to share their thoughts on the theme of this year's World Mental Health Day - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies.
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
We asked our colleagues to share their thoughts on the theme of this year's World Mental Health Day - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies.
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
October 10, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Why I do what I do!
Communicating science and its impact is a crucial component of climate action. Providing people with accessible information is important because it offers clarity and supports mental wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving decision-making, and fostering resilience.
Communicating science and its impact is a crucial component of climate action. Providing people with accessible information is important because it offers clarity and supports mental wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety, improving decision-making, and fostering resilience.
I recently asked colleagues @ncas-uk.bsky.social about the conscious ways that AI can be used for scientific research. Scroll to the end of the article for their quick tips and recommended resources - and thank you to everyone who contributed!
Our staff are exploring practical, responsible ways to use AI in research. We asked them about it, and they shared their tips:
ncas.ac.uk/conscious-us...
ncas.ac.uk/conscious-us...
Tips from scientists about conscious use of AI - NCAS
We asked scientists at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science their thoughts on how to use AI in conscious ways for scientific research.
ncas.ac.uk
October 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
I recently asked colleagues @ncas-uk.bsky.social about the conscious ways that AI can be used for scientific research. Scroll to the end of the article for their quick tips and recommended resources - and thank you to everyone who contributed!
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The Annual Aerosol Science Conference is back on 28-29 October 2025 🗓️
Don't miss the opportunity to network and share research with like-minded aerosol scientists from academia, industry and government!
Submit your abstract by Wednesday 17 September:
aerosol-soc.com/events/annua...
Don't miss the opportunity to network and share research with like-minded aerosol scientists from academia, industry and government!
Submit your abstract by Wednesday 17 September:
aerosol-soc.com/events/annua...
September 15, 2025 at 12:23 PM
The Annual Aerosol Science Conference is back on 28-29 October 2025 🗓️
Don't miss the opportunity to network and share research with like-minded aerosol scientists from academia, industry and government!
Submit your abstract by Wednesday 17 September:
aerosol-soc.com/events/annua...
Don't miss the opportunity to network and share research with like-minded aerosol scientists from academia, industry and government!
Submit your abstract by Wednesday 17 September:
aerosol-soc.com/events/annua...
Now powering atmospheric observations with solar energy! We’re not just studying climate change, we’re actively lowering our carbon footprint while doing so 🌞
A new solar energy system has been installed at the Weybourne Atmospheric Observatory in Norfolk, to help power vital climate research with less of a carbon footprint.
Thanks to the @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social for making this possible!
ncas.ac.uk/solar-energy...
Thanks to the @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social for making this possible!
ncas.ac.uk/solar-energy...
Solar energy to power atmospheric observatory in East Anglia - NCAS
A solar energy system has been installed to power climate measurements at the Weybourne Atmospheric Observatory in Norfolk.
ncas.ac.uk
September 1, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Now powering atmospheric observations with solar energy! We’re not just studying climate change, we’re actively lowering our carbon footprint while doing so 🌞
A recent collaboration between @ncas-uk.bsky.social and JCB has shown that modern hydrogen engines can cut nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions by 40 to 500 times compared to modern diesel engines. A big positive for the construction industry and clean air in urban areas 🏙️
New research from NCAS highlights a promising solution to rising construction-related air pollution: hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE).
NOx emissions are 40-500 times lower for H2ICE tech vs diesel.
Read more: ncas.ac.uk/how-could-lo...
NOx emissions are 40-500 times lower for H2ICE tech vs diesel.
Read more: ncas.ac.uk/how-could-lo...
Hydrogen engines could cut air pollution from construction - NCAS
Hydrogen engines could play a key role in cutting air pollution from the construction industry.
ncas.ac.uk
July 31, 2025 at 10:44 AM
A recent collaboration between @ncas-uk.bsky.social and JCB has shown that modern hydrogen engines can cut nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions by 40 to 500 times compared to modern diesel engines. A big positive for the construction industry and clean air in urban areas 🏙️
Summer weather is occurring on top of a warmer background climate because of human-induced climate change.
I spoke to Laura Baker @ncas-uk.bsky.social @uor-research.bsky.social about how 2025 compares (so far) to the famous summer of 1976 ⚖️
And we also chatted about ladybirds...
I spoke to Laura Baker @ncas-uk.bsky.social @uor-research.bsky.social about how 2025 compares (so far) to the famous summer of 1976 ⚖️
And we also chatted about ladybirds...
How does the UK’s summer of 2025 compare to the legendary heatwave of 1976? 🌡️💧🐞
We asked climate scientist Laura Baker:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
We asked climate scientist Laura Baker:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
In conversation with Laura Baker: Comparing the UK’s hot summers - NCAS
Climate scientist Laura Baker compares the hot and dry summers of 1976 and 2025.
ncas.ac.uk
July 18, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Summer weather is occurring on top of a warmer background climate because of human-induced climate change.
I spoke to Laura Baker @ncas-uk.bsky.social @uor-research.bsky.social about how 2025 compares (so far) to the famous summer of 1976 ⚖️
And we also chatted about ladybirds...
I spoke to Laura Baker @ncas-uk.bsky.social @uor-research.bsky.social about how 2025 compares (so far) to the famous summer of 1976 ⚖️
And we also chatted about ladybirds...
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The other week, Croydon High School's Astrogazers club tested a satellite - designed and built by the students - in flight for the first time at the FAAM Airborne Laboratory.
This was a key step in the their plan to be the first all-girls school in the world to send a satellite into space.
This was a key step in the their plan to be the first all-girls school in the world to send a satellite into space.
July 15, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The other week, Croydon High School's Astrogazers club tested a satellite - designed and built by the students - in flight for the first time at the FAAM Airborne Laboratory.
This was a key step in the their plan to be the first all-girls school in the world to send a satellite into space.
This was a key step in the their plan to be the first all-girls school in the world to send a satellite into space.
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Clean air, warmer planet? New study co-authored by NCAS's Laura Wilcox shows East Asia’s air pollution clean-up may have lifted a “cooling mask,” revealing more GHG warming.
A reminder that we must cut emissions and pollution - for climate and health.
ncas.ac.uk/east-asia-wh...
A reminder that we must cut emissions and pollution - for climate and health.
ncas.ac.uk/east-asia-wh...
East Asia: What is the link between air pollution and global warming? - NCAS
Recent efforts to reduce air pollution in East Asia may have inadvertently contributed to a noticeable acceleration in global warming since 2010
ncas.ac.uk
July 14, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Clean air, warmer planet? New study co-authored by NCAS's Laura Wilcox shows East Asia’s air pollution clean-up may have lifted a “cooling mask,” revealing more GHG warming.
A reminder that we must cut emissions and pollution - for climate and health.
ncas.ac.uk/east-asia-wh...
A reminder that we must cut emissions and pollution - for climate and health.
ncas.ac.uk/east-asia-wh...
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NCAS's Dr Sarah Moller spoke to @drgaryfuller.bsky.social @theguardian.com about how air pollution controls in some sectors are much weaker than others.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Air pollution controls weaker for larger emitters, research finds
Diesel generators allowed to emit 48 times more nitrogen oxides than gas boilers producing same amount of energy
www.theguardian.com
July 11, 2025 at 1:09 PM
NCAS's Dr Sarah Moller spoke to @drgaryfuller.bsky.social @theguardian.com about how air pollution controls in some sectors are much weaker than others.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
A joined-up global climate science community is essential to deliver robust evidence, inform decisions, and build resilience worldwide.
Thanks to @luciemheath.bsky.social at @theipaper.com for speaking with my @ncas-uk.bsky.social colleagues to get their perspective 💭
inews.co.uk/news/trump-p...
Thanks to @luciemheath.bsky.social at @theipaper.com for speaking with my @ncas-uk.bsky.social colleagues to get their perspective 💭
inews.co.uk/news/trump-p...
Trump pulls plug on UK research into air pollution and global warming
Scientists decry President's 'vandalism' of climate science as they lose access to data and collaborators
inews.co.uk
July 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
A joined-up global climate science community is essential to deliver robust evidence, inform decisions, and build resilience worldwide.
Thanks to @luciemheath.bsky.social at @theipaper.com for speaking with my @ncas-uk.bsky.social colleagues to get their perspective 💭
inews.co.uk/news/trump-p...
Thanks to @luciemheath.bsky.social at @theipaper.com for speaking with my @ncas-uk.bsky.social colleagues to get their perspective 💭
inews.co.uk/news/trump-p...
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Air pollution is in the air we breathe every day, and we’re only just beginning to understand how it’s affecting our health.
Read our conversation with Dr Aristeidis Voliotis:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
#CleanAirDay
Read our conversation with Dr Aristeidis Voliotis:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
#CleanAirDay
Impacts of air pollution on human health - NCAS
We spoke to Dr Aristeidis Voliotis about how air pollution affects our bodies, and how scientists uncover the truth behind what’s in the air around us.
ncas.ac.uk
June 19, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Air pollution is in the air we breathe every day, and we’re only just beginning to understand how it’s affecting our health.
Read our conversation with Dr Aristeidis Voliotis:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
#CleanAirDay
Read our conversation with Dr Aristeidis Voliotis:
ncas.ac.uk/in-conversat...
#CleanAirDay
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Scientists are using our research aircraft this month to measure NOx emissions from commercial aircraft and better understand their impact on climate change.
Find out about the REVEAL-NOx project:
ncas.ac.uk/research-air...
Find out about the REVEAL-NOx project:
ncas.ac.uk/research-air...
Research aircraft measures emissions from commercial flights - NCAS
Scientists are taking to the skies in June to study how emissions of nitrogen oxides from aircraft affect the Earth’s climate.
ncas.ac.uk
June 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Scientists are using our research aircraft this month to measure NOx emissions from commercial aircraft and better understand their impact on climate change.
Find out about the REVEAL-NOx project:
ncas.ac.uk/research-air...
Find out about the REVEAL-NOx project:
ncas.ac.uk/research-air...
We’re rooting for biodiverse habitats!
We've teamed up with @universityofleeds.bsky.social to create a pollinator-friendly habitat at our Leeds HQ - supporting biodiversity, boosting climate resilience, and training green skills along the way.
🌼🌿🦋
ncas.ac.uk/supporting-b...
🌼🌿🦋
ncas.ac.uk/supporting-b...
Supporting biodiversity at our headquarters: A blooming example of partnership and purpose - NCAS
We are proud to support biodiversity through the creation of a dedicated pollinator habitat at our headquarters in Leeds, in collaboration with the University of Leeds. This carefully designed green…
ncas.ac.uk
June 12, 2025 at 4:19 PM
We’re rooting for biodiverse habitats!
Success story - policies like ULEZ are seeing major reductions in vehicle emissions that contribute to poor air quality 👏
But more dominant sources are now showing up. We take a look at black carbon emitted by construction in our latest @ncas-uk.bsky.social research write-up:
But more dominant sources are now showing up. We take a look at black carbon emitted by construction in our latest @ncas-uk.bsky.social research write-up:
Construction is now a leading source of black carbon emissions in central London.
Learn about our research findings from the BT Tower observatory:
www.linkedin.com/pulse/black-...
Learn about our research findings from the BT Tower observatory:
www.linkedin.com/pulse/black-...
Black carbon in Central London: Focus shifts to construction after reductions in vehicle emissions
Black carbon levels in London’s air have fallen significantly - thanks in part to policies like the Ultra Low Emission Zone - but construction activity is now emerging as a dominant source of black ca...
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June 5, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Success story - policies like ULEZ are seeing major reductions in vehicle emissions that contribute to poor air quality 👏
But more dominant sources are now showing up. We take a look at black carbon emitted by construction in our latest @ncas-uk.bsky.social research write-up:
But more dominant sources are now showing up. We take a look at black carbon emitted by construction in our latest @ncas-uk.bsky.social research write-up:
The Southern Ocean absorbs a huge amount of atmospheric carbon thanks to its unique circulation, but stronger winds from ozone loss have reduced this uptake in recent decades.
As the ozone hole heals and greenhouse gases rise, future carbon absorption by the Southern Ocean remains uncertain 🤔
As the ozone hole heals and greenhouse gases rise, future carbon absorption by the Southern Ocean remains uncertain 🤔
Healing the ozone hole could help the Southern Ocean absorb more carbon - but only if we cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Learn more about how the UKESM1 model made this research by @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social & @ncas-uk.bsky.social possible:
ncas.ac.uk/healing-the-...
Learn more about how the UKESM1 model made this research by @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social & @ncas-uk.bsky.social possible:
ncas.ac.uk/healing-the-...
Healing the ozone hole could help the Southern Ocean take up carbon - NCAS
As the ozone hole heals, its influence on the ocean carbon sink of the Southern Ocean will diminish, while the influence of greenhouse gas emissions will rise.
ncas.ac.uk
May 22, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The Southern Ocean absorbs a huge amount of atmospheric carbon thanks to its unique circulation, but stronger winds from ozone loss have reduced this uptake in recent decades.
As the ozone hole heals and greenhouse gases rise, future carbon absorption by the Southern Ocean remains uncertain 🤔
As the ozone hole heals and greenhouse gases rise, future carbon absorption by the Southern Ocean remains uncertain 🤔
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Spring 2025 has surprised the UK with unexpected sunshine and warmth. But why has it been so warm and dry? @mattpattclimate.bsky.social explains in our latest article:
ncas.ac.uk/has-climate-...
ncas.ac.uk/has-climate-...
Has climate change contributed to the warm and dry spring in the UK? - NCAS
This year’s spring has been unexpectedly warm, dry and sunny in the UK, with April being the sunniest on record.
ncas.ac.uk
May 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Spring 2025 has surprised the UK with unexpected sunshine and warmth. But why has it been so warm and dry? @mattpattclimate.bsky.social explains in our latest article:
ncas.ac.uk/has-climate-...
ncas.ac.uk/has-climate-...