The Regional Climate Group at the University of Gothenburg


The Regional Climate Group (RCG) studies climate at regional-to-global scales. Our research is based on instrumental data, the outputs from Global or Regional Climate Models (GCMs/RCMs), and paleoclimate proxy records.

RCG has a unique profile within the Swedish climate research community, and an international reputation in the fields of statistical climate analysis and paleoclimate. RCG represents a successful research environment, with a high scientific production rate, good connections with international and national research communities, and modern climate research tools and GIS competences.

Our current research topics include:
  • Paleoclimate reconstructions
  • Modelling climate/vegetation interactions
  • North Atlantic Oscillation/climate telleconnections
  • Regional climate in Sweden
  • Statistical downscaling of climate change scenarios
  • Urban air quality in Gothenburg
  • Climate impacts on fish populations