A hub for climate science education
The World Climate Research Programme Academy provides climate science education, equipping researchers with essential knowledge, skills, and attributes to address pressing climate challenges and advance impactful research.
Explore the Comprehensive Catalogue of Climate Science Training
The Academy's catalogue offers diverse, accessible training for climate researchers, practitioners, and policymakers of all career levels. Use tools and filters to find the perfect course for you.
On demand training
Ocean Literacy self paced Training course: Training for architects and urban planners
Aims and Objectives This course will provide architects, urban planners, marine planners, and designers with an overview of the importance of the ocean and how to consider it when planning . . .
September 3, 2025
- MOOC
( Online )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability
Upcoming training
2nd International Scientific Conference: Adaptation and mitigation of climate change in agriculture – an interdisciplinary approach
You are invited to participate in the 2nd International Scientific Conference „Agricultural Challenges to Climate Change“ with an oral communication, poster presentation, presentation of your institution/company or as a participant. . . .
September 16, 2025
September 19, 2025
- Conference
( In person )
- Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability, Mitigation of Climate Change
Upcoming training
International Mountain Conference 2025
The #IMC will take place from September 14 – 18 2025 in Innsbruck, Austria. #IMC builds upon the previous mountain conferences and aims to continue this scientific conference series exclusively . . .
September 14, 2025
September 18, 2025
- Conference
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability
On going training
Summer school on extreme temperature and precipitation events
Climate change is seen as one of the biggest challenges of our time. As extreme temperature and precipitation events, especially compound events, are among the most impactful, with this summer . . .
September 9, 2025
September 11, 2025
- Seasonal school
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability
On going training
2nd International School on Satellite Meteorology – ISSM 2025
The Institute of Atmospheric Sciences and Climate of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISAC) and the University of Naples “Parthenope”, with the technical support from Copernicus Climate Change Service . . .
September 1, 2025
September 5, 2025
- Seasonal school
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change
On going training
Open Climate: Advancing data sharing for climate action through academia and research communities
As the impacts of climate change intensify, the need for accessible, reliable, and interoperable climate data is more urgent than ever. Effective mitigation and adaptation strategies depend on the open . . .
August 28, 2025
August 28, 2025
- Webinar
( Online )
- Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability, Mitigation of Climate Change
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Get to know the Academy
Established in 2021 as the research training advisory and coordination arm of the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP), the Academy continues to expand and grow as a hub for climate science training. By connecting more training providers with diverse audiences of climate researchers and practitioners, the Academy enhances opportunities for learning and collaboration. Each year, it broadens the list of training providers and programs, while upholding high standards of quality, diversity, and accessibility for the global research community.
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The Academy strives to build a global community of climate scientists and practitioners at all career levels and from diverse backgrounds. Read what scientists and practitioners have to say about the Academy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WCRP Academy?
The Academy is the research training advisory and coordination arm of the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP). As the flagship activity for WCRP's mission "to develop, share, and apply climate knowledge that contributes to societal well-being," the Academy works to equip current and future climate scientists with the knowledge, skills, and attributes required to tackle the world's most pressing and challenging climate research questions. The Academy is a hub that connects training providers and users.
Who can access the training opportunities listed in the catalogue?
Anyone can easily browse through the vast opportunities listed in the catalogue. Whether you are looking for webinars about the physical science basis of climate change or searching for workshops on capacity building and adaptation, training opportunities can be filtered according to your interest in the catalogue.
Are the contents of WCRP Academy free?
Training activities organized by WCRP, WMO, and UNESCO are free of charge. Although the Academy strives to ensure the accessibility of our trainings, some events and activities may require fees. The catalogue provides all pertinent information related to costs and financial subsidies.
