Research news

According to a new analysis, the winds have not increased

A new analysis at SMHI shows that it has not become windier in Sweden over the past hundred years. The wind climate is very varied, but a weak trend indicates that there is a decrease in the average...
Updated: 17 November 2009

SMHI at E-world 2009 in February 10-12

E-world - energy & water at the Messe Essen is the large fair event for all areas within energy trade, sales and marketing, energy production, plant and power station engineering and research. SMHI...
Updated: 26 October 2009

Research study shows the way for cleaner air

For the first time, extensive scientific evaluation has been carried out for a Swedish air quality model.
Updated: 07 October 2009

New study: South Africa in a warmer climate

Warmer and drier, as well as heavier rainfall. South Africa is one of the regions that will be affected the most by climate change. A new research report shows how the climate will change and how...
Updated: 07 October 2009

Decision-makers from three continents on air quality course

The course focuses on air quality, the effects of air pollution and how urban air can be improved.
Updated: 06 October 2009

Northern Europe's largest soccer arena "wind-tested" by SMHI

Sweden's largest construction project starts this summer, creating the biggest arena in northern Europe. The arena will have an immense roof, featuring two large sections that can be opened. Prior to...
Updated: 17 June 2009

Climate visualised using new technology

What are the causes of global warming? What are the possible future scenarios? And what courses of action are available to reduce greenhouse gas emissions? The climate issue can now be illustrated in...
Updated: 09 June 2009

Extreme climates over a hundred thousand years

Brand new analyses show Swedish climate change over a very long period. Over a hundred thousand years, the mean annual temperature can vary by more than 30°C.
Updated: 08 June 2009

SMHI course on Air Quality for India

In May, 25 decision-makers from various organisations and companies in India will come to SMHI for the tailored course Air Pollution Management - India. The course focuses on air quality, the effects...
Updated: 12 March 2009

SMHI heads Baltic Sea Regions new weather radar network project

SMHI is leading a major collaboration project to develop the next generation weather radar network for the Baltic Sea Region. Around 15 representatives for the meteorological institutes around the...
Updated: 19 February 2009