Diffuse Insolation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-007945",
  "term": "Diffuse Insolation",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The solar radiation that is scattered or reflected by atmospheric components (e.g., clouds) to the earth's surface. [DOE Atmospheric Radiation Measurement Climate Research Facility Glossary].\n\n2. Sunlight received indirectly as a result of scattering due to clouds, fog, haze, dust, or other obstructions in the atmosphere. Opposite of direct insolation.",
  "references": [
    "EPA EV-Environmental Events-Climate Change",
    "DOE Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Solar Energy Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/diffuse-insolation/"
}