A Change in the Weather?
LOCATION
Burlington House
Piccadilly
London
W1J 0BG
United Kingdom
MEETING TITLE | A Change in the Weather? The relationship between public and private sector meteorology in an era of rapid technological and economic change.
The WMO has led one of the greatest international collaborations of all time, creating a mechanism for the global exchange of data which underpins the tremendous advances in weather forecasting capability seen over the last few decades. Until recently most of the observational, NWP and research effort driving those advances has been carried out by publicly funded bodies.
But the private meteorological sector is undergoing rapid expansion, thanks to technological advances and the growing commercial value of weather and climate services. Private sector surface and space-based observation networks and NWP capability now exist and may rival the scale of the international public effort in the not too distant future. This growth comes at the same time as public bodies are under increasing financial pressure.
There is much to be gained from public/private/academic collaboration, but current structures and agreements such as free exchange of data can act as barriers.
This meeting will provide a forum for leading players in the public and private sectors to discuss the challenges, present examples of successful partnerships, and explore ideas for future relationships.
Agenda
11th Dec 2019 13:00 - 16:30
Session Chair: Peter Gibbs
Session schedule
Hide| Time | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | Welcome | Mr P Gibbs FRMetS |
| 13:05 | Evolution of the Global Weather Enterprise | Prof A Thorpe |
| 13:35 | Examples of Collaboration and Cooperation in the Global Weather Enterprise | M Glackin |
| 14:05 | Tea break and poster session | - |
| 14:35 | To stay safe and thrive – The mutual opportunities and challenges of a National Met Service working with the private sector. | A Kirkman |
| 15:10 | Contributions to innovation in weather services for developing countries) | B L. Lamptey |
| 15:40 | Panel Discussion | Mr P Gibbs FRMetS |
| 16:30 | Meeting Close | - |
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. As part of the registration process you will be asked to provide personal information (name and contact email address). Any information you provide to us will only be used by The Royal Meteorological Society and appointed representatives.
Multiple registrations made with the same email address are no longer accepted online. Every registration must have a different name AND a unique email address.
Notice of audio / video recording of RMetS Meetings and Events - By attending this meeting, you are agreeing to be part of the Society’s broadcast. Please could audience members refrain from giving their name and institution during questions at ALL Society (National, Local and SIG) meetings that are being recorded or streamed. Videoing will be restricted to speakers.
THE SYMONS GOLD MEDAL LECTURE
The Symons Gold Medal lecture event will take place after this meeting. Separate registration is required for each event. Register for the Symons Gold Medal lecture here >>
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non members are welcome.
MEETING TITLE | A Change in the Weather? The relationship between public and private sector meteorology in an era of rapid technological and economic change.
The WMO has led one of the greatest international collaborations of all time, creating a mechanism for the global exchange of data which underpins the tremendous advances in weather forecasting capability seen over the last few decades. Until recently most of the observational, NWP and research effort driving those advances has been carried out by publicly funded bodies.
But the private meteorological sector is undergoing rapid expansion, thanks to technological advances and the growing commercial value of weather and climate services. Private sector surface and space-based observation networks and NWP capability now exist and may rival the scale of the international public effort in the not too distant future. This growth comes at the same time as public bodies are under increasing financial pressure.
There is much to be gained from public/private/academic collaboration, but current structures and agreements such as free exchange of data can act as barriers.
This meeting will provide a forum for leading players in the public and private sectors to discuss the challenges, present examples of successful partnerships, and explore ideas for future relationships.
Agenda
11th Dec 2019 13:00 - 16:30
Session Chair: Peter Gibbs
Session schedule
Hide| Time | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | Welcome | Mr P Gibbs FRMetS |
| 13:05 | Evolution of the Global Weather Enterprise | Prof A Thorpe |
| 13:35 | Examples of Collaboration and Cooperation in the Global Weather Enterprise | M Glackin |
| 14:05 | Tea break and poster session | - |
| 14:35 | To stay safe and thrive – The mutual opportunities and challenges of a National Met Service working with the private sector. | A Kirkman |
| 15:10 | Contributions to innovation in weather services for developing countries) | B L. Lamptey |
| 15:40 | Panel Discussion | Mr P Gibbs FRMetS |
| 16:30 | Meeting Close | - |
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. As part of the registration process you will be asked to provide personal information (name and contact email address). Any information you provide to us will only be used by The Royal Meteorological Society and appointed representatives.
Multiple registrations made with the same email address are no longer accepted online. Every registration must have a different name AND a unique email address.
Notice of audio / video recording of RMetS Meetings and Events - By attending this meeting, you are agreeing to be part of the Society’s broadcast. Please could audience members refrain from giving their name and institution during questions at ALL Society (National, Local and SIG) meetings that are being recorded or streamed. Videoing will be restricted to speakers.
THE SYMONS GOLD MEDAL LECTURE
The Symons Gold Medal lecture event will take place after this meeting. Separate registration is required for each event. Register for the Symons Gold Medal lecture here >>
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non members are welcome.
