The Objective of the session is to provide overview of the current applications of Satellite Climate datasets with potential downstream applications.

Satellites make routine observations from which key climate parameters can be derived. Observations from space have the advantage of broad spatial and temporal coverage that complement in situ measurements. Satellite based Climate data Records have reached a high level of maturity in terms of time coverage, accuracy and accessibility. Such products come from long-term international programs that allow continuity and constant quality and are freely and openly available to government, academic, commercial and general public users.

The session will present existing applications and products based on Satellite Climate Data Records and “near real time” data with relevance to Climate to motivate and support the use of satellite data. Thus, a broad ensemble of thematic variables is encouraged, from Climate Monitoring to Atmospheric Composition. Contribution may address novel science-driven (operational) applications, methodological approach, data fusion, innovative products and services.