Clouds & climate: a fireside chat with Gavin Pretor-Pinney & Ed Gryspeerdt

CERTAINTY researcher Ed Gryspeerdt joined Gavin Pretor-Pinney* for a special online fireside chat organized by Asterisk Labs and the Cloud Appreciation Society. Together, they explored the wonder of clouds and their vital role in Earth’s climate system, bridging science, beauty, and public engagement.
They discussed the overall cooling effect of clouds on the planet, the special role of high clouds that also contribute to warming, and the history of cloud research. The conversation also touched on why droplet size matters for cloud behaviour and climate. Check out the video to learn more.

​*Gavin Pretor-Pinney is the founder and member #1 of the Cloud Appreciation Society, & author of The Cloudspotter’s Guide.