Background
TerraDT and Nordic Cryosphere Digital Twin (NOCOS DT), two leading initiatives at the forefront of digital twin development for the cryosphere, are joining forces in a joint interactive workshop to explore how digital twin technologies are advancing our understanding of sea ice dynamics in the Arctic, Baltic, and beyond. The two-day event hosted by Tallinn University of Technology (and online) combines NOCOS DT's final event, showcasing the six sea ice research solutions produced in the project, with TerraDT's first sea ice impact sector workshop.
Why join?
- Gain a comprehensive view of the current state of the art and future potential of Earth System Digital Twins for sea ice research, from regional applications in the Baltic and Arctic to global-scale Earth system modeling.
- Engage with researchers, developers, and decision-makers to share lessons learned and best practices in digital twin technology.
- Learn about new tools developed to address cryospheric challenges.
- Discuss user needs, technical integration, and opportunities for collaboration across the digital twin ecosystem.
Who should join?
Climate and polar scientists interested in high-resolution modelling of sea ice, ocean–ice–atmosphere interactions, and Arctic climate dynamics
Maritime and shipping industry professionals seeking safer navigation routes in polar regions and improved sea-ice forecasts
Policy makers and environmental monitoring agencies working on climate adaptation, Arctic governance, and maritime safety frameworks
Digital twin experts and developers exploring the integration of advanced modelling, simulation, and observational data
EU projects and research initiatives engaged in digital twin development, climate science, or Arctic studies
Students and early-career researchers aiming to expand their knowledge on digital twin solutions for sea-ice monitoring and applications
Make sure to book your spot now so you don't miss any relevant updates.
Should you need any further information, do not hesitate to contact us at info@terradt.eu
Please note the timing of the sessions is indicated in Tallinn local time (EET)
11:00–12:00 EET SETTING THE STAGE |
Welcome and introduction - Tero Aalto, CSC - IT Center for Science Keynote - The Nordic region's strategic importance in cryosphere-related technology development. Keynote - Cryosphere Digital Twin solutions: general aspects of the climate simulations in the Arctic region - Nikolay Koldunov, Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI) Q&A |
12:00–13:00 EET Lunch break |
13:00–14:30 EET Introduction to the sea ice applications of both projects (13:00 - 13:45 EET)
Panel discussion - 🏗️ Infrastructure in the cryosphere (13:45 - 14:30 EET) Moderator: Rivo Uiboupin, Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)
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14:30–15:00 EET Coffee break |
15:00–15:30 EET Lightning talks: poster presentation |
15:30-16:15 EET Panel discussion: 🏔️ Life in the cryosphere Moderator: Till Rasmussen, Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI)
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16:15–17:00 EET Practical session - Looking at future user needs and requirements Moderator: Diana Urquiza, Barcelona Supercomputing Centre An interactive session where participants work in small groups to identify and prioritise requirements for sea-ice impact models within digital twins, and envision how these tools could support their work in the future. |
17:00 - 19:00 EET Networking cocktails and poster session |
Please note the timing of the sessions is indicated in Tallinn local time (EET)
8:30 - 9:00 EET Morning coffee |
9:00–9:30 EET Keynote - Destination Earth and the cryosphere - Sebastian Milinski (ECMWF) |
9:30–10:00 EET Digital twin technologies for sea ice and their contribution to Destination Earth TerraDT and NOCOS DT present their architecture, components and the connection to DestinE
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10:00–10:45 EET Panel discussion - 🌐 The future of cryosphere-related data and services Moderator: Tero Aalto, CSC NOCOS DT has paved the way for applying digital twin technologies to sea ice use cases. TerraDT continues the work, and expands it to include land ice. Experts from both projects discuss the future potential and possible challenges. Panelists:
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10:45-11:15 EET Coffee break |
11:15–12:00 EET Panel discussion - 🌊 Beyond sea ice: insights from the ecosystem of EU-funded DT projects A dialogue on how EU digital twin projects extend knowledge beyond sea-ice modelling, linking ocean, climate, and ecosystem insights to strengthen the DestinE vision. Moderator: Maria Giuffrida, Trust-IT Services Panelists:
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12:00-12:15 EET Conclusions and final remarks - Tero Aalto, CSC |
12:15–13:15 EET Farewell lunch |
The event will be held at Swissotel Tallinn, Tornimae Street 3 (Tallinn).
Please find below a few suggestions if you are looking for accommodation in the city:
- Swisssotel Tallinn, Tornimae Street 3 – https://www.swissotel.com/
hotels/tallinn/ (event venue) - Original Sokos Hotel Viru, Viru väljak. 4 – https://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/
hotel-contact-information - Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn, Rävala Street 3 – https://www.radissonhotels.
com/en-us/hotels/radisson- collection-tallinn
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