Inside the Met Office & Microsoft's Climate Supercomputer

Sustainability and efficiency

While the transition was complex, requiring parallel operation of both old and new systems for more than a month, the cloud-based approach optimizes resource use, enhancing sustainability.

The Azure platform should allow the Met Office to utilise only the necessary computing resources for specific tasks, avoiding the constant operation of physical infrastructure.

“A big change like this is like changing the engines when you’re flying over the Atlantic because you can never have a stop, which is why we did the long parallel run with the old supercomputer,” Penny explains.

This technological evolution represents a foundational transformation for the Met Office, aiming to deliver better, more valuable forecasts to industries, governments, and citizens.

The focus on sustainability and efficiency ensures that the Met Office continues to lead in meteorological innovation while addressing environmental challenges.

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