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On greenhouse gas signal detection strategies

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6282370· OSTI ID:6282370
The indisputable detection of a greenhouse gas signal in the global climate system will be a true decision point for mankind. Yet, at this stage of knowledge, the details of an appropriate detection strategy are only beginning to be developed. Two key elements in the eventual strategy are the subject of this report: (1) what variables should be monitored in a detection program, and (2) the comparison of the equilibrium versus transient climate system response. Subsequent sections consider these items in turn while a final section summarizes the main conclusion of the study. 10 refs., 14 figs., 2 tabs.
Research Organization:
Ocean Research Consultants, La Jolla, CA (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
6282370
Report Number(s):
UCRL-21147; ON: DE89009908
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English