The European Commission has activated the Destination Earth (DestinE) digital twin system from the LUMI Supercomputer Center in Kajaani, Finland.

Launched in 2022, DestinE is a flagship initiative of the European Commission that aims to develop a highly accurate digital twin of the Earth.

The model will monitor, simulate and predict the interaction between natural phenomena and human activities.

The aim is that with this data we will be better prepared to respond to major natural disasters, adapt to climate change and assess the potential socioeconomic and policy impacts of such events.

“The launch of the initial Destination Earth is a true game changer in our fight against climate change,” said Margrethe Vestager, executive vice-president for A Europe Fit for the Digital Age.

“DestinE will provide us with a highly accurate twin of the Earth. It means that we can observe environmental challenges which can help us predict future scenarios – like we have never done before,” she added.

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