讲座简介：

A review of climate modelling is presented. This review outlines different classes of models and different cultures of model use. Four different model classes are identified and described, inducing a new one called Storm-Resolving Earth system models. SR-ESMs differ fundamentally from past generations of climate models in that they enable Earth-system simulation. Arguments as to why this provides a new basis for studying climate change and communicating climate changes to society are shared. The different cultures of use, which are related to different types of prediction help to delineate the scientific and non-scientific use of models.

主讲人简介：

Prof. Dr. Bjorn Stevens is a world renowned atmospheric scientist and the Director of the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology in Hamburg, Germany. His research focuses on improving our understanding of how clouds and atmospheric processes shape Earth’s climate, which is essential for making reliable climate projections. He is also a professor at the University of Hamburg and is actively involved in major international climate research initiatives. Among others, he has led the initiative the Earth Virtualization Engine (EVE), an ambitious effort to develop a new generation of global kilometer scale Earth system models, and has been a key contributor to shaping the EU’s Digital Twin Earth and Destination Earth strategies. Prof. Stevens is an AGU Fellow, a Member of the Max Planck Society, and a Joint Lead Coordinator of the World Climate Research Programme’s Grand Challenge on Clouds, Circulation and Climate Sensitivity.