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The machine learning method advising on tree planting for water sustainability

A new study shows how machine learning can identify optimal tree-planting locations, reducing flood risk and water loss.
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Application deadline approaches for Code for Earth 2026

Applications are closing soon for Code for Earth 2026, offering innovators the chance to develop open‑source solutions that advance earth science, data visualisation, machine learning and climate resilience.
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ECMWF and Météo-France celebrate collaboration on World Meteorological Day with the Ballon Generali de Paris

On World Meteorological Day, ECMWF, Météo-France and the Ballon Generali de Paris are joining forces to show how international collaboration helps protect lives from weather and climate extremes.
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Workshop on AI and Earth observation highlights rapid progress in AI for weather and climate

Experts from across Europe gathered in Brussels and online to explore how artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming Earth observation, weather prediction and environmental services.
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From geology to GPUs: supporting machine learning at ECMWF

To celebrate International Women's Day, Meghan Plumridge, User Support Specialist for Machine Learning shares how a background in geology led her to machine learning at ECMWF.
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ECMWF’s portable global forecasting model OpenIFS now available for all

OpenIFS is now open source, expanding global access, accelerating innovation and strengthening collaboration.
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Code for Earth launches 2026 climate and weather data challenges

ECMWF’s 2026 edition of the Code for Earth programme opens with fresh data-driven challenges, from wildfire decision tools to AI evaluation, plus a new Africa-focused stream.
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Copernicus and Destination Earth jointly host workshop on artificial intelligence and Earth observation

The Copernicus and Destination Earth joint workshop will explore how AI, machine learning, big data and digital twins can transform Earth observation services, strengthen programme synergies, and support future monitoring and modelling capabilities.
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A mathematical mind shaping the future of atmospheric monitoring

Laurence Rouil, Director of CAMS, reflects on her unconventional path from applied mathematics to atmospheric science and shares advice on curiosity, collaboration and confidence for women and girls pursuing careers in STEM.
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Winter 2025/26 Newsletter published 

The ECMWF winter 2025/26 Newsletter is available to read.

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