The ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes reduces Australia’s economic, social and environmental vulnerability to climate extremes.
We are an international research consortium of five Australian universities and a network of outstanding national and international partner organisations supported by the Australian Research Council.
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“Climate models are how we predict the future of our climate – a crucial need as our planet warms.”
Professor Andrew Pitman, AO, FAA. Centre Director. ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes.
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About Us
We lead vital climate science and predictions, train climate science leaders and prepare Australia for future climate extremes.
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Our science
Climate extremes are high impact events that seriously affect natural and human systems. Our research programs investigate these events.
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For policymakers
Governments and policymakers can access the latest science on climate extremes.
News
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