Scientists are taking to the skies to measure the amount of greenhouse gas emitted in the UK.
A team led by University of Edinburgh will man a research aircraft equipped with sensors to measure carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide levels.
Samples will also be taken from sensors on a North Sea ferry and several towers, including the BT Tower in London.
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