Perfect Storms: A Regional Earth System Modeling Platform for Coastal Hazards in the Gulf of Mexico

Explore a comprehensive lecture on the development and application of Regional Earth System Models for addressing coastal hazards in the Gulf of Mexico. Delve into the complexities of climate change impacts, including sea-level rise, land loss, eutrophication, hypoxia, ocean acidification, hurricanes, and compound flooding. Learn about the Coupled Ocean-Atmosphere Waves Sediment Transport (COAWST) modeling system, which integrates multiple models to simulate atmospheric, oceanic, and river processes. Discover recent advancements in the COAWST platform, including the incorporation of a land surface/hydrological model. Examine case studies demonstrating the model's applications in simulating hydrodynamics, sedimentation, nutrient and carbon cycling, and compound flooding during hurricane events. Gain insights into the potential of regional earth system models for managing coastal hazards and supporting decision-making in the face of climate change.