What is it about?
We explored how climate change is expected to affect ocean waves in the Gulf of Mexico over the next few decades. Using a combination of climate models and wave simulations, we projected changes in wave height, wave period, and wave direction for the near future (2030–2054).
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Why is it important?
The Gulf of Mexico is a vital region for activities like shipping, oil & gas production, fisheries, and coastal tourism. Understanding how waves will change can help improve the design of offshore structures and coastal infrastructure, improve maritime operations, and create climate adaptation strategies.
Perspectives
The Gulf of Mexico is a critical region for coastal communities and industries, yet it faces growing challenges from climate change. Our study highlights a general increase in wave height and more intense extreme events, which could impact infrastructure, shipping, and fisheries. I am excited about the interactive tool where anyone can explore future wave projections, including significant wave height, wave period, and wave direction. Explore the tool: https://observatoriocostero.lipc.unam.mx/gom_precis.php
Christian Appendini
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
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This page is a summary of: Assessing the effects of climate change on the Gulf of Mexico wave climate using the COWCLIP framework and the PRECIS Regional Climate Model, Ocean Modelling, December 2024, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.ocemod.2024.102486.
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