Workshop on Lunar Calibration for Satellite Remote Sensing.

Area of Science:

• Earth and Space Science
• Remote Sensing
• Climate Science

Background:

• Accurate climate variable tracking is crucial for detecting global change.
• Satellite measurements require high precision and consistency across different times and instruments.
• Data gaps and radiometric inconsistencies undermine climate data record credibility.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the Moon's utility as a calibration source for satellite remote sensing.
• To develop strategies for using the Moon to improve climate data accuracy.
• To address challenges in maintaining consistent satellite measurements for climate monitoring.

Main Methods:

• Convened experts in satellite remote sensing, lunar observation, and modeling.
• Discussed strategies for utilizing the Moon as an exoatmospheric calibration source.
• Reviewed existing methods and proposed new approaches for lunar calibration.

Main Results:

• The Moon is a viable and valuable exoatmospheric calibration source.
• Identified steps to maximize the Moon's utility for satellite calibration.
• Highlighted the importance of lunar calibration for robust climate data records.

Conclusions:

• Utilizing the Moon for calibration enhances the consistency and accuracy of satellite climate data.
• Implementing lunar calibration strategies can mitigate issues caused by data gaps and instrument inconsistencies.
• The Moon offers a stable reference for improving the credibility of fundamental climate data records.