Global Greenhouse Gas Watch (G3W)

The Global Greenhouse Gas Watch (G3W) is a new program from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that track greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and their movement in the atmosphere. It combines data from satellites and ground stations with advanced computer models to give countries reliable, up-to-date and transparent material.
This information will improve the reliability of GHG monitoring, reduce uncertainties and support countries to meet their climate goals thanks to evidence-based decisions – in line with Paris Agreement’s objectives.
G3W is building a stronger global system for collecting and sharing GHG data. This system will give clear and detailed monthly reports on the net fluxes of three key GHG - carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O) - with a spatial resolution of 1×1 degree, (geographic latitude-longitude grid resolution, about 100x100 km).
This initiative is also instrumental in addressing data gaps in critical regions, thereby enabling a more accurate assessment of global GHG net flux.

Read more about G3W

G3W Implementation

The G3W Implementation Plan is built around six key pillars, ranging from Observing System to User Engagement, with an additional vital focus on Capacity Building. Explore each component of G3W in greater detail.

G3W Governance

On June 10th, 2024, the G3W plans were unanimously endorsed by the WMO Executive Council (EC-78) through Resolution 3.2/1. This resolution marks the beginning of the G3W implementation phase, including forming a G3W Joint Advisory Group (AG-G3W), co-chaired by INFCOM and Research Board, with the support of SERCOM.