Monitoring Greenhouse Gases: From Massive Instruments to the Compact Uvsq-Sat NG Spectrometer

The six-unit CubeSat Uvsq-Sat NG is equipped with a N ear- Infrared (NIR) spectrometer designed specifically for measurements of greenhouse gas concentrations. This mission explores the feasibility of deploying compact spectrometric technology aboard CubeSats to accurately determine atmospheric levels of CO2 and CH4. Operating in the NIR range from 1200 to 2000 nm., the spectrometer is optimally configured to detect and quantify the spectral signatures of key greenhouse gases. The deployment of this technology on Uvsq-Sat NG marks a significant advancement in climate research., offering vital data that enhances our understanding of environmental changes and showcasing the increasing sophistication of satellite technology in monitoring Earth's evolving climate. This will involve showcasing the capabilities of a disruptive spectrometer in measuring greenhouse gases and exploring potential advancements to push beyond the current state of the art in this field.