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ICoM: Integrated Coastal Modeling

A multi-institutional effort, we are developing, evaluating, and applying a diverse set of modeling tools to systematically analyze coastal processes, hazards, and responses. Our vision is to deliver a robust predictive understanding

predictive understanding

Predictive understanding refers to the ability of a system, typically an artificial intelligence or machine learning model, to anticipate future events or outcomes based on historical data and patterns.

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of coastal evolution that accounts for the complex, multi-scale interactions among physical, environmental, and human systems. We take an integrated approach that brings together multiple modeling tools to represent both extreme events and long-term changes in human and natural systems.

Keywords	coastal modeling, Earth System Models, earth system model (ESM) A model that simulates how chemistry, biology, and physical forces work together. These models are similar to, but much more comprehensive than, global climate models. Source: U.S. Department of Energy Source extreme events, human-natural interactions, multiscale modeling, multisector dynamics multisector dynamics Multisector dynamics aims to enhance our knowledge of the intricate interactions, interconnections, and mutually influential paths between human and natural systems. Source: EESM (Earth & Environmental Systems Modeling) Source
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coastal modeling, Earth System Models, extreme events, human-natural interactions, multiscale modeling, multisector dynamics

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Principal Investigator (PI)

Ian Kraucunas

Lead Institution

Other Collaborators

Baylor University Cornell University Pennsylvania State University Rutgers University University of Arizona University of California Davis University of Houston University of Michigan University of Washington Virginia Institute of Marine Science

ICoM is taking an integrated approach that brings together multiple modeling tools to represent both extreme events and long-term changes in human and natural systems. We focus on processes that represent significant uncertainties in the evolution of coastal systems and are aligned with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) mission. (Image credit: https://icom.pnnl.gov/)

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Ian Kraucunas
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

https://icom.pnnl.gov/

Categories

Climate-Energy Modeling > Downscaled Climate Projections, Earth System Modeling, Global Climate Modeling

Climate Extremes > Flooding

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