The World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) coordinates international activities to facilitate climate research.The aims of WCRP is to facilitate analysis and prediction of Earth System variability and change for use in an increasing range of practical applications of di

Core values

- **Climate Prediction and Understanding**: WCRP has significantly advanced the ability to monitor, simulate, and forecast the global climate, which is crucial for policy and decision-making[1][4][5].
- **Impact on Policy and Decision-Making**: The programme provides essential climate information that aids in governance, decision-making, and supports various practical applications across multiple sectors[1][4][5].
- **Addressing Human Influence on Climate**: WCRP determines the predictability of climate and the effect of human activities on climate, which is vital for understanding and mitigating climate change[1][2][4].
- **Support for International Climate Agreements**: The programme's activities, such as the Coupled Model Intercomparison Project (CMIP) and the Coordinated Regional Downscaling Experiment (CORDEX), are essential for international climate policy discussions, including those related to the Paris Agreement[5].
- **Community and Regional Benefits**: WCRP's work, particularly through higher resolution regional climate models, helps in understanding and projecting climate change impacts, which is valuable for adaptation research and community well-being[5].