🌍 Pushing #ClimateModeling to the Next Level

What happens when you run global climate #simulations at the kilometre scale for multiple years

In our latest blog post, we share insights from a landmark #nextGEMS study using ECMWF’s Integrated Forecasting System coupled to high-resolution ocean–sea ice models.

These simulations capture fine-scale processes—from mesoscale #OceanEddies to #UrbanHeat patterns—that coarser models can’t resolve, offering a more realistic picture of our climate system. Along the way, the team tackled key challenges, from water and #EnergyConservation to improving the simulation of #ExtremePrecipitation and polar sea ice leads.

💡 The results point towards more accurate, actionable climate information—but also highlight the huge computational demands of this frontier.

📖 Read the blog post on our website and comment below to get the link to the original publication by Thomas Rackow et al., 2025.

#H2020 #HighResolutionModels #EarthSystemScience #StormResolvingModels

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🌟 Save the date🌟

We're thrilled to announce our sixth #nextGEMS hackathon, a special event for our growing community and climate enthusiasts alike! 🌍💡

📍 Where: Stockholm, Sweden
📅 When: March 2025

Join us for an unforgettable experience as we come together to tackle climate challenges and innovate solutions.👩‍💻

🔎 More detailed information here: https://buff.ly/3Zac3yg

#Hackathon #ClimateScience #ClimateModelling #EarthSystemsModelling #StormResolvingModels #HackingEvents #Stockholm

🌐 Do you know why #StormResolvingModels are a game-changer? 🤔

This leap in resolution will enable us to:
🌤️ Unravel #ClimateChange: Gain understanding of how climate will evolve globally and regionally over the next 30 years.
🌪️ #ExtremeWeather insights: Reliably predict the future of weather patterns, including extreme events.
🌀 Earth system focus: Models incorporate critical components like carbon cycles, aerosols, and marine nutrients for a holistic picture.