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.
Upcoming training
NDACC 35th Anniversary Symposium
The NDACC 2025 Symposium, celebrating 35 years of NDACC/NDSC operations and atmospheric research fostered by Network observations, will be held from 27-30 October 2025 at the Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront . . .
October 27, 2025
October 30, 2025
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- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change
Upcoming training
1st Rwanda Climate Science Symposium
About The Symposium Despite the growing body of climate science research in Rwanda, there remains a lack of a dedicated platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to engage, collaborate, and . . .
May 13, 2025
May 14, 2025
- Conference
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability, Mitigation of Climate Change
Upcoming training
EUMETSAT Climate Symposium “From Space to Climate Service: Co-creation in Action”
The EUMETSAT Climate Symposium “From Space to Climate Service: Co-creation in Action” will be designed to strengthen the interactions between policy and decision makers, operational national and European climate service . . .
October 28, 2025
October 30, 2025
- Conference
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability, Mitigation of Climate Change
Past training
Online course in Tropical Meteorology
Deadline for applications for the course starting in January extended to 6 January. https://www.reading.ac.uk/meteorology/online-courses/classes/tropical-meteorology This course explores weather systems and circulations in the tropical atmosphere, such as: – convection – . . .
January 13, 2025
March 28, 2025
- MOOC
( Online )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change
On going training
Online course in Climate Services and Climate Impact Modelling
During our Climate Services and Impact Modelling course, you will learn the science and practical techniques required for the provision of quantitative climate services and climate impact modelling. By the . . .
April 23, 2025
May 21, 2025
- MOOC
( Online )
- Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability
Upcoming training
Systemic Risk Conference
The Systemic Risks Conference aims to bring together experts from various disciplines to promote systemic thinking and interdisciplinary approaches to advancing knowledge and cross-disciplinary collaboration on systemic risks. The conference . . .
September 24, 2025
September 24, 2025
- Conference
( In person )
- Physical Science Basis of Climate Change, 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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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.
