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Long-term solar-induced fluorescence data record from GOME-2A and GOME-2B (2007–2023) using the SIFTER v3 algorithm
Juliëtte C. S. Anema
Satellite Observations Department, Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute, De Bilt, 3730 AE, the Netherlands
Meteorology and Air Quality group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, 6700 AA, the Netherlands
K. Folkert Boersma
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Satellite Observations Department, Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute, De Bilt, 3730 AE, the Netherlands
Meteorology and Air Quality group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, 6700 AA, the Netherlands
Lieuwe G. Tilstra
Satellite Observations Department, Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute, De Bilt, 3730 AE, the Netherlands
Ruben van 't Loo
Meteorology and Air Quality group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, 6700 AA, the Netherlands
Olaf N. E. Tuinder
Satellite Observations Department, Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute, De Bilt, 3730 AE, the Netherlands
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The GOME-2 series offers a long solar-induced fluorescence (SIF) record, but sensor-specific instrumental artefacts diverge intersensor observations. We developed a combined GOME-2 SIF record (2007–2023) from GOME-2A and GOME-2B SIF using the SIFTER v3 algorithm, which corrects these artefacts. Both records show strong spatial and temporal coherence. A framework is provided to detect and, if needed, correct intersensor offsets, supporting consistent long-term monitoring of vegetation dynamics.
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