BeCoM (Better Contrail Mitigation) addresses the critical challenge of contrail-cirrus radiative forcing. The project integrates high-resolution meteorological data with Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) models to improve the forecasting of atmospheric conditions conducive to persistent contrail formation.
A central pillar of the research involves the development of AI algorithms that fuse satellite-based observational data with physics-based models to enhance the detection and classification of warming versus cooling contrails.
By developing tools for optimizing flight trajectories with regards to both CO₂ and non-CO₂ impacts. BeCoM’s systemic approach moves beyond theoretical tools to provide actionable insight for policymakers, facilitating a transition toward climate-optimized flight profiles.
The scientific expertise for BeCoM is provided by a diverse group of partner institutions, such as TU Delft, CNRS, Thales, DLR, ECATS, and the German Weather Service (DWD), with Env-isa actively leading the work on research dissemination and communication, as well as supporting policymaker and stakeholder engagement.
For more information and updates, you can follow BeCoM on LinkedIn and visit the project website.