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Scientific Mission

NASA's PACE satellite captured reduced chlorophyll concentrations in the equatorial Pacific during the June 2026 El Niño.

Jun 1, 2026

91d ago

Key Details

OCI sensor measured lower green and blue light reflectance from ocean surface
Central Pacific phytoplankton abundance decreased due to suppressed nutrient upwelling
First complete El Niño event monitored by PACE since its launch in February 2024

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