Energy Balance Models

Energy Balance Models (EBMs) are simplified tools used to understand how Earth's climate responds to changes in energy input and output. They consider the balance between the solar energy received by Earth and the heat the planet radiates back into space. If more energy is coming in than leaving, the planet warms; if more is leaving than coming in, it cools. These models help scientists predict climate trends by assessing factors like greenhouse gases, solar radiation, and reflecting surfaces, providing insight into potential future climate scenarios based on different variables.