The E3SM model can be run within the E3SM Singularity container. This page describes how to install Singularity on your laptop/workstation, build or download the E3SM container, and run the E3SM model within the container.
Install Singularity
Linux: Install Singularity as described at Singularity Installation.
Mac: https://singularity.lbl.gov/install-mac
Singularity on supported machines
Singularity is already available on some of E3SM’s supported machines.
Theta: https://www.alcf.anl.gov/support-center/theta/singularity-theta
Cooley (part of ALCF) https://www.alcf.anl.gov/support-center/cooley/singularity-cooley
Download the E3SM container
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