TM7 | Innovative Approaches to Observations and Modelling for Improved Climate Information and Services
Mon, 19:00
Innovative Approaches to Observations and Modelling for Improved Climate Information and Services
Convener: Bimochan Niraula | Co-conveners: Fanny Adloff, Irene Lake, Lindha Nilsson, Naomi Goldenson
Mon, 28 Apr, 19:00–20:00 (CEST)
 
Room M2
Mon, 19:00
As the impacts of climate change continue to intensify across the globe, the demand for reliable and actionable climate information and services has risen sharply. This growing demand is accompanied by an increasing recognition of significant gaps in our understanding of the climate system. Numerous challenges persist, including limited observational networks in certain regions, particularly in the Global South, and large inequities in access to data. Furthermore, insufficient coordination between the climate modeling and observational research communities undermines the full potential of accurate climate modelling and climate services. Existing climate data also faces several issues, such as a lack of standardized processing, verification, and homogenization, which can compromise their reliability. Another key issue is the limited integration of diverse data sources, such as satellite observations, in-situ measurements, and citizen science contributions, which could otherwise provide a more comprehensive understanding of the climate system. At the same time, end-users can encounter barriers in accessing specific data products or difficulties in properly interpreting and utilizing the information, limiting its practical application.

To address these complex and interrelated challenges, we are convening a panel of experts from the World Climate Research Program (WCRP) to provide valuable insights into ongoing international coordination efforts and to explore innovative, collaborative strategies aimed at improving climate research and information accessibility. The panel will feature scientists and representatives from key WCRP initiatives, including ESMO (Earth System Modelling and Observations), CORDEX (Coordinated Regional Climate Downscaling Experiment), and the RifS (Regional Information for Society) Global Extremes Platform (GEP). The townhall will include presentations from the experts, including some user cases or ‘best practices’, followed by an open discussion. We will briefly introduce the new Working Groups on Observations for Researching Climate (from ESMO) and Event Attribution (from RifS). The community will have the opportunity to provide input and discuss how they might contribute to these coordinated activities.
The oral presentations are given in a hybrid format supported by a Zoom meeting featuring on-site and virtual presentations. The button to access the Zoom meeting appears just before the time block starts.