https://asr.copernicus.org/articles/ Recent articles of the journal Advances in Science and Research en https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-119-2026 Weather intelligence – transforming economies David P. Rogers, Alan J. Thorpe, Melanie S. Kappes, and Anna-Maria Bogdanova Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 119–130, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-119-2026, 2026 This paper explores advances in weather intelligence as an integral part of the digital transformation of society, enabling everyone to make better informed decisions to avoid harm and enhance economic productivity.  Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-111-2026 Bridging the gap between users and scientists: challenges of climate service production in a central European case study Andrea Böhnisch, Marion Zilker, Inga Beck, Ralf Ludwig, and Gunnar Braun Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 111–117, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-111-2026, 2026 Climate services comprise of climate model or observational data that is provided by scientists or authorities to stakeholders who use them in decision-making processes. However, providers and users typically have diverging expectations regarding the data. We here describe various aspects of the gap between needs and offers that were identified in two workshops in the Main River catchment (central Germany). To bridge the gap, we propose a framework that can guide future stakeholder dialogues. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-103-2025 Response of the atmospheric boundary layer to SST variability in a coupled simulation in the Atlantic trades Alessandro Storer, Matteo Borgnino, Agostino Niyonkuru Meroni, Fabien Desbiolles, Carlos Conejero, Lionel Renault, and Claudia Pasquero Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 103–110, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-103-2025, 2025 We looked into how a numerical experiment represents the interactions between the air and the sea at scales of about 100–1000 km. We found that slight changes in sea surface temperature (SST) drive dramatic modifications in evaporation rates from the sea surface. Cold sea patches tend to cool down the air and to keep moisture trapped within the lower atmospheric layers. Warmer SST, instead, makes them more buoyant and inflate with drier air, thus diluting moisture over thicker air layers. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-97-2025 Intercomparison of measurements at climate reference stations in Germany on the influence of funnel heating of a precipitation device Isabel Knerr, Karsten Friedrich, and Florian Imbery Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 97–102, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-97-2025, 2025 Long-term series of precipitation data are important for e.g. the precise quantification of climate change. Such time series should be consistent, but changes in the measurement conditions can't always be avoided. Parallel measurements are carried out at German climate reference stations in order to analyse the effects of changes in the measuring systems, e.g. when switching the device to another. In this study, the influence of funnel heating on precipitation measurement  was analysed. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-87-2025 How to best evaluate and communicate the value of severe weather warnings? Kathrin Wapler and Anders Sivle Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 87–95, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-87-2025, 2025 The question of how to best evaluate and communicate the value of weather warnings was addressed by a survey. This included questions with respect to the relevance of various aspects of a warning, the potential benefit of providing information on warning quality, the type of useful information and suitable ways of providing such information. Apart from the core information of warnings (time, place and severity) impact information and behavioural advice are seen to add value to a warning. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-69-2025 Evaluation of ERA5, COSMO-REA6 and CERRA in simulating wind speed along the French coastline for wind energy applications Anindita Patra, Boutheina Oueslati, Tessa Chevallier, Paul Renaud, Youen Kervella, and Laurent Dubus Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 69–85, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-69-2025, 2025 In this study, the quality of 10 and 100 m wind speeds from three different reanalyses (global and regional) are evaluated along the different coasts of France. The evaluation show that Copernicus Regional Reanalysis for Europe (CERRA) has a high skill for surface wind speed on the three French seafronts, as well as for offshore wind speed at 100 m. Thus, CERRA appears to be the optimal reanalysis to use as a reference for offshore wind studies over the French maritime zone. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-59-2025 Improving wind power forecasts in the Belgian North Sea with a wind farm parameterization and a neural network Dieter Van den Bleeken, Geert Smet, Joris Van den Bergh, Idir Dehmous, Daan Degrauwe, Michiel Van Ginderachter, and Alex Deckmyn Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 59–67, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-59-2025, 2025 To better predict offshore wind energy in Belgium, we improved the Royal Meteorological Institute (RMI) weather model by directly incorporating the effects of wind turbines. We also used AI to account for wind farm wake effects, where turbines slow down wind for other turbines. By combining physics-based models with a neural network trained on observations from the Belgian Offshore Zone, we achieved more accurate forecasts. This helps ensure a stable power grid and supports the growing role of offshore wind in our energy mix. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-53-2025 Wind and solar PV generation ramping events from farm to national level: the case of Ireland Aina Maimó Far, Conor Sweeney, and Damian Flynn Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 53–58, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-53-2025, 2025 Renewable energy is becoming more common, but its variability creates challenges in keeping electricity supply stable. This study examines how changes in energy generation, known as ramps, occur, how they can be modelled and the associated skill. By analyzing wind and solar power in Ireland, we find that using a mix of sources reduces extreme fluctuations and helps supply stability. Our results also stress the benefits of energy diversity and the challenges of modelling changes at a local scale. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-39-2025 Bridging the gap between ensemble forecasting and end-user needs for decision-making on high-impact events Matteo Ponzano, Bruno Joly, Isabelle Beau, Elvis Renard, and Gregory Fifre Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 39–52, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-39-2025, 2025 Weather forecasts that include uncertainty can be difficult to interpret and apply to real decisions. This study presents simplified and user-friendly tools developed in collaboration with professionals to make probabilistic forecasts more accessible. Tested to heat stress during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games and late frost in vineyards, these tools help anticipate risks and support earlier, more informed, and more effective responses. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-19-2025 Occurrence of tornado outbreaks influenced by solar wind–magnetosphere–ionosphere–atmosphere coupling Paul Prikryl and Vojto Rušin Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 19–38, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-19-2025, 2025 A link between the solar wind and the occurrence of large tornado outbreaks is found. The solar wind coupling to the Earth’s magnetic field deposits energy into the upper atmosphere at high latitudes. We consider the role of aurorally generated atmospheric gravity waves in the release of instabilities contributing to development of synoptic-scale weather conditions favoring formation of supercells in a strong wind shear environment and high tornado occurrence.  Fri, 18 Jul 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-13-2025 The influence of absorbing aerosols on the morning PBL growth dynamic in the EDMF-AERO modeling framework Grzegorz M. Florczyk and Krzysztof M. Markowicz Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 13–18, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-13-2025, 2025 Our study investigates how air pollution affects lower troposphere behavior. While the overall height of this layer did not change significantly under heavy pollution, we found a slight delay in the start of air movement and a rapid rise of warm air pockets. We also found out that absorbing aerosols warms the air despite blocking sunlight. For the layer height, no dominant effect was found. This research improves our understanding of how pollution influences atmospheric dynamics. Thu, 17 Jul 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-9-2025 A Call to Action: Seven recommendations to boost public engagement and decision-making on climate change Tomas Molina and Ernest Abadal Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 9–11, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-9-2025, 2025 Efforts to meet the Paris climate goals are falling short. This letter proposes seven ways to boost public engagement and better decisions: clearer scientific reports, hopeful messages, countering false information, climate education, local action in workplaces, open and fair leadership, and focusing on adapting to climate change to also encourage cutting emissions. These strategies blend communication, policy, and community action for a stronger global climate response. Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-1-2025 On the use of disdrometer data for characterization of precipitation episodes in the Basque Country Santiago Gaztelumendi, Joseba Egaña, and José Antonio Aranda Adv. Sci. Res., 22, 1–8, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-22-1-2025, 2025 Measurements are crucial for understanding atmospheric processes, water cycles, and climate. This paper focuses on optical disdrometer measurements to study precipitation complexity at the surface, analyzing precipitation episodes in the Basque Country. Using 1-minute disdrometer data, key characteristics like duration, intensity, particle count, and rain amount are examined for episodes previously established through aggregation of minute data. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-49-2024 Climate Change Scenarios for the Basque Country: wind, humidity and radiation Maialen Martija-Díez, Roberto Hernández, José Daniel Gómez de Segura, and Santiago Gaztelumendi Adv. Sci. Res., 21, 49–61, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-49-2024, 2024 This paper explores the projected changes on wind, relative humidity and solar radiation in future scenarios for the Basque Country. This work is part of the UrbanKlima2050 initiative and aims to provide a more comprehensive characterization of future climate change impacts in the region, and thus, improve the resiliency of the territory. The main results show a decrease in both wind and relative humidity by the end of this century, while solar radiation tends to increase. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-41-2024 The Basque Impact Weather Catalogue Santiago Gaztelumendi, Joseba Egaña, Miriam Ruiz, and Eguzkiñe Iturrioz Adv. Sci. Res., 21, 41–48, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-41-2024, 2024 We presents the Basque Country Impact Weather Catalogue, recording detailed information on adverse weather events and their environmental impacts. It includes context, hazard/risk, and impact sections, utilizing data from Euskalmet, Emergency, Media, Insurance, etc. Standardized information enables qualitative and quantitative analysis feasibility for events spanning the 21st century. The paper details catalogue design, structure, and implementation steps. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-27-2024 Characterization of hydrometeorological events and flood impacts in the Basque Country Santiago Gaztelumendi, Joseba Egaña, and Kepa Otxoa de Alda Adv. Sci. Res., 21, 27–39, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-27-2024, 2024 This study examines floods in the Basque Autonomous Community from 2000 to 2021, assessing damages, weather conditions, and other factors. It uses data from the Spanish Insurance Compensation Consortium and the AWS network, analyzing diverse datasets to extract indicators. Visual analytics are used for analysis and characterization. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-19-2024 Lagrangian model with heat-carrying particles Enrico Ferrero, Bianca Tenti, and Stefano Alessandrini Adv. Sci. Res., 21, 19–25, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-19-2024, 2024 A new plume rise scheme based on heat transport by particles was presented: the entrainment is simulated by the mixing of two fluids (air and plume particles) with different temperatures and the resulting temperature is given by Richmann's law. The new algorithm is compared with the one that is currently included in SPRAY-WEB by Alessandrini et al. (2013). The new scheme seems to behave better when the ambient wind speeds are higher, but the asymptotic behavior is correct even with lower speeds. Fri, 02 Aug 2024 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-1-2024 Mesoscale weather influenced by auroral gravity waves contributing to conditional symmetric instability release? Paul Prikryl Adv. Sci. Res., 21, 1–17, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-21-1-2024, 2024 We consider possible influence on severe weather occurrence by aurorally excited atmospheric gravity waves generated by solar wind coupling to the magnetosphere-ionosphere-atmosphere system. The results indicate that these gravity waves contribute to the release of instabilities in frontal zones of extratropical cyclones leading to convection and heavy precipitation. It is observed that severe snowstorms and flash floods tend to occur following arrivals of solar wind high-speed streams. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:06:36 +0200 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-20-129-2024 Probabilistic end-to-end irradiance forecasting through pre-trained deep learning models using all-sky-images Samer Chaaraoui, Sebastian Houben, and Stefanie Meilinger Adv. Sci. Res., 20, 129–158, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-20-129-2024, 2024 This method generates probabilistic solar power forecasts of up to 30 min using artificial intelligence and fish eye images of the sky. We investigated the impact of parameters describing the variability of the solar power on the forecast performance and divided the solar power to its direct and diffuse components. The method achieves overall good performance, while variability parameters and dividing the solar power don't show any performance gain. However, training time can be decreased. Tue, 02 Jan 2024 18:06:36 +0100 https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-20-109-2023 Intercomparing the quality of recent reanalyses for offshore wind farm planning in Germany's exclusive economic zone of the North Sea Thomas Spangehl, Michael Borsche, Deborah Niermann, Frank Kaspar, Semjon Schimanke, Susanne Brienen, Thomas Möller, and Maren Brast Adv. Sci. Res., 20, 109–128, https://doi.org/10.5194/asr-20-109-2023, 2023 The quality of the global reanalysis ERA5, the regional reanalysis COSMO-REA6 and a successor version (R6G2), the new Copernicus European Regional Re-Analysis (CERRA) and a regional downscaling simulation with COSMO-CLM (HoKliSim-De) is assessed for offshore wind farm planning in the German Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the North Sea. The quality is assessed using in-situ wind measurements at the research platform FINO1 and satellite-based data of the near-surface wind speed as reference. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 18:06:36 +0100