NASA and IBM's Prithvi Model: A 12x Boost in Climate Forecast Accuracy

Govind Tekale Govind Tekale

NASA and IBM's Prithvi AI model leverages 40 years of climate data to revolutionize weather predictions.

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Prithvi AI offers a 12x boost in climate forecast accuracy, setting a new standard in the field.

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This model uses complex atmospheric physics to generate precise weather and climate models.

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Scheduled for release in late 2024, Prithvi AI will be available through Hugging Face.

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Karen St. Germain highlights how Prithvi AI supports communities in preparing for weather impacts.

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Kevin Murphy emphasizes the model's role in reshaping data accessibility and usability.

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Prithvi AI is pre-trained on MERRA-2, integrating AI and ML methods for advanced storm tracking.

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The model's open approach invites global collaboration, enhancing its capabilities and applications.

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Juan Bernabé-Moreno calls Prithvi AI a unique representation of knowledge from decades of climate data.

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