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R-factor dataset Slovakia

A New R-factor Dataset for Slovakia: A More Accurate View of Rainfall Erosivity

High-resolution, research-based soil erosion input layer. A next-generation R-factor product built on recent scientific outcomes, improved observational inputs, and enhanced spatial modelling — providing a more consistent representation of rainfall erosivity across Slovakia.

April 19, 2026 · Dataset · USLE/RUSLE
GEV Bias Correction

How Will Extreme Rainfall Intensities Change in Slovakia by 2080?

A novel GEV-based bias correction method for regional climate models produces more reliable estimates of future precipitation extremes. Design rainfall intensities may increase by 5–14% by 2080.

April 4, 2026 · Research · Peer-Reviewed Publication
Land Surface Temperature Slovakia

Tracking Climate Change Through Land Surface Temperature

Monthly LST trends across Slovakia reveal uneven warming patterns: strong winter warming, a surprising spring cooling paradox linked to vegetation, summer heat intensification, and a climate baseline shifting steadily upward.

April 4, 2026 · Climate Analysis · MODIS Satellite Data
State of the Global Climate 2025

State of the Global Climate 2025: A Planet Out of Energy Balance

The latest WMO report confirms record greenhouse gas concentrations (CO₂ at 423.9 ppm), record ocean heat content, accelerating sea level rise, and devastating extreme events — from California wildfires to Pakistan monsoon floods.

April 4, 2026 · WMO Report · Climate Science
UNDRR & WMO Technical Guidance

Climate Information as a Tool for Disaster Risk Reduction

How climate data helps us better prepare for what the future holds. A review of the joint UNDRR & WMO technical guidance on integrating climate information into comprehensive risk management — from climate normals and indices to SSP scenarios and early warning systems.

April 4, 2026 · Climate Policy · UNDRR & WMO
Design Rainfall Book

Design Rainfall: A New Slovak Publication on Extreme Precipitation

A comprehensive book review of "Návrhové dažde: Metódy, analýzy a regionálne aspekty" by Onderka, Markovič & Výberči (2025) — covering design rainfall estimation, gridded maps, regional frequency analysis, and climate change impacts on extreme precipitation in Slovakia.

April 3, 2026 · Publication · Book Review

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