| Acronym | Meaning |
| GTCP | Global Tropospheric Chemistry Program |
| APL | Applied Physics Laboratory |
| MKS | Meter-kilogram-second System Of Measurement |
| DPFC | Defense Program Field Council |
| BIBEX | Biomass Burning Experiment |
| AGRICLIMSS | Agicultural Climate Service System |
| MODIS | Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer |
| LSM | Local System Management |
| ASER | Annual Site Environmental Report |
| LCC | Life Cycle Cost |