2026: Open-path Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy for Continuous Monitoring of Ammonia and Greenhouse Gases From Manure Systems (EDF) (EDF)
Manure management processes at dairy farms produce about 15% of all ammonia emissions in the U.S. – a major source of greenhouse gases. Open-path Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (OP‑FTIR) systems are currently the only tools that can continuously measure multiple gases from entire manure systems. USDA Agricultural Research Service will provide Cornell with two OP‑FTIR systems for more than three years. This will allow researchers to collect much‑needed baseline data on ammonia and greenhouse gas emissions at the Cornell Dairy Research and Education Center. These data are essential for improving models, testing emission‑reduction technologies, and supporting policies and incentives that help farms reduce emissions.
Cornell: Jason Oliver (Cornell CALS / Animal Science)
EDF: Joe Rudek (Lead Senior Scientist)