- Explain the physical, chemical, and biological processes that govern the climate system over a large range of time scales and how people influence the climate.
- Acquire, analyze, and interpret instrumental, proxy, and model data to characterize the climate system, detect climate change, identify causes of observed climate changes, and project future climate change. Identify and evaluate sources of uncertainty in these observations and projections.
- Evaluate risks of climate change impacts, identify natural and human systems vulnerable to climate change, and assess the options for mitigating and adapting to those impacts.
- Communicate climate science in an effective manner to a variety of audiences, including stakeholders and the general public.
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