IMAGE (Integrated Model to Assess the Global Environment)

IMAGE (Integrated Model to Assess the Global Environment) is a computer-based tool that helps scientists understand how human activities, like industry and agriculture, affect the Earth's climate and environment. It combines data on things such as pollution, land use, and energy use to simulate future scenarios. By doing this, IMAGE helps policymakers see potential environmental impacts of different choices, supporting sustainable planning and climate action. Essentially, it provides a scientific foundation for predicting how our activities may influence the planet's health over time.