World Climate Research Program: Climate Research for the 21st Century

Explore the evolution and future direction of climate research in this comprehensive 2-hour conference talk from the American Geophysical Union (AGU). Delve into the 40-year history of the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) and its pivotal role in analyzing and predicting Earth system variability and change. Discover how advancements in fundamental science, observations, and simulations have revolutionized our understanding of climate. Learn about the integration of various disciplines in modern climate science and the shift towards an Earth system approach. Gain insights into WCRP's past successes, current challenges, and new scientific directions. Participate in a dialogue about the future structure of WCRP and its support for upcoming scientific challenges. Join conveners Michel Rixen, Detlef Stammer, and Pavel Kabat as they lead this engaging discussion on climate research for the 21st century.