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WMO AND THE GLOBE PROGRAMMETHE WAY FORWARD
Presented at the Globe 2005 Annual Conference
Prague, Czech Republic
31 July to 5 August 2005
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Purposes of WMO
WMO was created to promote and foster meteorology and operational hydrology and to facilitate world-wide co-operation for the benefit of mankind by the:
establishment of networks of observing stations for the making of meteorological , hydrological and other geophysical observations
development and maintenance of systems for processing and rapid exchange of data
applications of meteorology to aviation, shipping, water problems, agriculture
encouragement of research and training
standardization of observations and processed products
development of operational hydrology activities
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The Role of WMO
To assist (if required) with the development of national services
To provide technical standards and guidelines necessary for the effective and efficient exchange of meteorological and hydrological data
To provide an international mechanism and framework for cooperation efforts to obtain data and provide services
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The Objectives of WMO The overall objectives of WMO as stated in its 4LTP :
To achieve maximum socio-economic benefits for all nations from the effective application of meteorological, hydrological and environmental data, knowledge and services, foo protection of life and property and in support of national and international programmes for sustainable development
To provide efficient mechanism for international co-operation in meteorology, operational hydrology and related disciplines
To bridge the gap between the NMHSs of developed and developing countries
To anticipate the needs of future generations for reliable records of meteorological and hydrological and related environmental data
To promote the understanding of atmospheric, hydrospheric and related earth system processes through effective national and international research programmes
To respond authoritatively to the increasing demand for expert advice on atmospheric and related issues of importance to countries
To provide an informed authoritative and scientific voice for meteorology, operational hydrology and related environmental sciences within the United Nations system
To contribute, though its involvement with global and regional issues which transcend national boundaries and affect all people, to the strengthening of international co-operation and goodwill
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Structure of WMOWMO consists of 187Members (January 2004)
It functions through its constituent bodies
CONGRESS EXECUTIVE COUNCIL TECHNICAL COMMISSIONS REGIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Secretariat Headquarters: : GenevaRegional Offices: Asia (Geneva), Africa (Bujumbura.),
The Americas (Asunción)
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Organizational Structure of WMO
CONGRESSCONGRESS
ExecutiveExecutive CouncilCouncil
Regional AssociationsRegional Associations Technical CommissionsTechnical Commissions
Working Groups Rapporteurs
Working Groups Rapporteurs
Other BodiesJSC-WCRP , IPCCJSTC-GCOS
Working GroupsPanel of Experts
Secretary-GeneralSecretary-GeneralSecretariatSecretariat
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Regional Associations
Promote co-operation between Members on matters affecting the work of NMHSs
Encourage the development of meteorological and related disciplines
Promote the decisions of Congress and the Executive Council in their respective regions
Meet normally once every four years
Regional Associations Number of Members
Regional Association I (Africa) 56
Regional Association II (Asia) 34
Regional Association III (South America) 13
Regional Association IV (North and Central America) 25
Regional Association V (South-West Pacific) 19
Regional Association VI (Europe) 48
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Regional Associations are established by Congress, and are composed of the Members of the Organization, the networks of which lie in or extend into specific geographical areas named “Regions” to:
Regional Associations
R.A. IR.A. IAfricaAfrica
R.A.IIIR.A.IIISouth AmericaSouth America
R.A. VR.A. VSouth-West PacificSouth-West Pacific
R.A. VIR.A. VIEuropeEurope
R.A. IVR.A. IVNorth and North and Central Central AmericaAmerica
R.A. IIR.A. IIAsiaAsia
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WMO Major Scientific and Technical Programmes
World Weather Watch Programme World Climate Programme Atmospheric Research and Environment Programme Applications of Meteorology Programme Hydrology and Water Resources Programme Education and Training Programme Technical Co-operation Programme Regional Programme Natural Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Programme WMO Space Programme
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Challenges and Future Perspectives
Overall Challenges
To promote advancement and application of atmospheric and hydrological sciences and new technologies to all aspects of human endeavour
To assist Members in raising the capability of NMHSs to at least a minimum level to meet national, regional and global needs
To ensure the widest possible coordination in meteorology and operational hydrology at the international level while supporting similar efforts by NMHSs at the national level
Response to the Challenges
Strengthening the established core activities and responsibilities of national Meteorological and Hydrological Services
Harnessing the potential of meteorology and operational hydrology to contribute to endogenous capacity-building and sustainable development
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Challenges and Future PerspectivesWMO’s High Priority Actions Reinforcement of WMO’s Programmes
Free exchange of meteorological data and products
Capacity- Building
Bridging the gap between developed and developing countries
Broad issues to be addressed (1996-2005) Global observation
Climate change and other environmental issues
Vulnerability to sea-level change
Natural disasters i.e. tropical cyclones, floods, droughts, tsunamis, landslides and locust infestation
Technology development and capacity building
Advances in weather forecasting
International coordination and co-operation
Sustainable development
Commercial activities
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Challenges and Future Perspectives
Role of NMHSs
Prepare development plan for the service on the basis of national development plan
and taking into consideration WMO’s Long-term Plan
Ensure appropriate coordination at national level among those institutions involved in issues of climate, natural disaster mitigation and the environment
Contribute to the establishment and active operation of national climate programmes
Increase the visibility and status of national services by responding as much as possible to needs of users of the services and commercial activities
Develop appropriate strategies to enhance manpower development
Enhance regional co-operation
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Collaboration with Organizations
Foster close co-operation between the Organizations and WMO so as to facilitate the effective attainment of the objectives set forth in the respective conventions
Consult each other regularly on matters of common interest
Keep each other informed on programmes of work, projected activities and publications in which there may be mutual interest
Permit the participation of each organization in those sessions and meetings of the other organization which relates to items of common interest
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Contribution of WMO in the Formulation and Implementation of a few selected
UN Conventions
Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer (1985); Montreal Protocol and its London (1990) and Copenhagen (1992)
Amendments Conventions emanating from UN Conference on Environment and Development (Brazil, 1992)
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
International Convention to Combat Desertification
Education and Training ProgrammeOverall Objectives
To promote capacity building by assisting national Meteorological and Hydrological Services in the attainment of self-sufficiency in meeting their training needs and developing their human resources
To ensure the availability of adequately trained staff to meet Members’ responsibilities for providing meteorological and hydrological information and services
To promote and strengthen the exchange of training knowledge, resources and expertise between Member making particular use of new and emerging relevant technologies and techniques
To promote high quality continuing education in meteorology, climatology, hydrology and related disciplines to keep the knowledge and skill of Members relevant staff up-to-date with the latest scientific advances and technological innovations, and to provide the competence and skills needed in additional fields, such as communication with users
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Education and Training ProgrammeComponents
Human resources development
Training activities
Education and training fellowships
Support to training events under other WMO major programmes
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Education and Training ProgrammeRegional Meteorological Training Centres
San José
Buenos Aires
Belem
Barbados
Caracas
Baghdad
Quezon City
Cairo
Erice
Oran
Niamey(+)
Lagos
Nairobi
Tananarive
Mulemba
(+)(AGRHYMET) (EAMAC)
New Delhi
Tehran
Pune
NanjingBet Dagan
St.Petersburg
Moscow
TashkentFlorence
20
20
21
17
1116
18
9
13
3
14
28
6
12
419
10
5 7
15
1
University component
22Ankara
Education and Training Programme WMO Virtual Training Library
URL: http://www.wmo.ch/web/etr/vtl.html
Purposes
To provide information on training resources in meteorology and operational hydrology
To provide links with selected online self training materials
To facilitate links with interactive CAL modules
Audience
Trainees in meteorology and operational hydrology
Instructors from national and regional centres
Interested persons
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Education and Training ProgrammeMajor thrusts (14th Financial Period)
Strengthen the RMTC network
Foster the application of modern teaching techniques
(Computer-aided Learning, internet and tele-conferencing)
Explore additional financial sources for fellowships
Follow-up to UNCED/WSSD: assist Members in building local capacity
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Education and Training ProgrammeFuture challenges
Impact of technological developments in the education process and training delivery
• Telecommunications and computers
New training subjects Marketing/Communication skills Management and basic economic framework for the provision of services Interdisciplinary (earth science) approach Climate Change including environmental issues (UNCED and WSSD follow-
up) Advanced techniques and equipment (Doppler radars, profilers, work-
stations)
Implementation of the WMO New Guidelines for the Education and Training of Personnel in Meteorology and Operational Hydrology
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Cooperation Between WMO and GLOBE
The WMO Executive Council endorsed the need to undertake appropriate actions in order to make the professions of meteorologist and hydrologist more attractive.
GLOBE can play a significant role in meeting the goals of the programme on school and popular meteorological and hydrological education
major efforts have already been made to bring students, teachers, and scientists together to study the global environment and to create an international network of students at primary, middle and secondary school levels
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Areas of Possible Cooperation
Work closely with the network of WMO RMTCs around the world in developing appropriate programmes for strengthening the effectiveness and capabilities of Member countries in the monitoring and understanding of the earth-atmosphere system.
Promote the training of trainers, exchange of trainers and lecturers, preparation of training publications, and developing and expanding the services of the training libraries with multimedia training modules and computer-assisted learning technologies.
Develop and promote linkage between NMHSs and GLOBE focal points in the respective countries
Areas of Possible Cooperation (cont.)
Encourage RMTCs to organize training activities for school teachers in particular, those already involved in the GLOBE Programme and other relevant partners such as those in the print and broadcast media;
Encourage WMO Member countries to introduce curricular in meteorology and hydrology in primary and secondary schools to complement the activities of GLOBE.
Promote specialized training courses and seminars in areas of concern to Member countries, such as in climate-related activities, water resources management, food security, natural disaster preparedness and mitigation, and long-range forecasting;
Reinforce international scientific collaboration and research, and develop innovative environment/science/technology education projects
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Conclusion
As the world is facing growing challenges posed by environmental changes, which will be with us well into the 21st century, the extensive data, which WMO Member countries have collected over a long period of time has been a key factor in bringing these environmental issues to the attention of the world.
WMO will continue, in accordance with its main objectives, to provide leadership on matters related to climate observation, climate change, changes in the composition of the atmosphere and water resources assessment.
WMO will also continue to harness the efforts of the meteorological, hydrological and oceanographic communities as well as others including the teaching community to address related issues and will increase cooperation with its international partners and programmes such as GLOBE and the NMHSs of the world to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century.
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I thank you for your attention
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