Evaluation Establishes Credibility of Computer Climate Models
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April 10, 2008
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Download video directlyComputer climate models play an important role in determining man-made effects on climate change, as well as predicting future temperature increases.
Meteorologists at the University of Utah have evaluated 57 climate models that were developed over the past 20 years in the United States, China, Russia, Australia, France, Korea, Great Britain, and Germany. The study compared the models' data to observed weather conditions from 1979 - 1999.
Watch this videocast to learn about the results of the study, as well as the importance of climate model validation as they shape decisions on public policy.
