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This update from David Goodrich, Director of the GCOS Secretariat at the World Meteorological Organization, discusses the implications of the IPCC Fourth Assessment Report (AR4) for climate research and observing systems. It highlights lessons learned from IPCC Working Groups I and II and outlines strategies for enhancing the Global Climate Observing System (GCOS) in light of future climate challenges. The workshop aims to facilitate collaboration among global organizations, with support from notable sponsors and in conjunction with the Greenhouse 2007 Conference.
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Global Climate Observing System Update Global Terrestrial Network - Hydrology David Goodrich Director, GCOS Secretariat World Meteorological Organization
GTN-H Configuration September 2007 * = Essential Climate Variable
Terrestrial: Products and Data Records Source: GCOS-107 ”Satellite Supplement”
Future Climate Research and Observations:Learning from the IPCC Fourth Assessment Report • Workshop Goal: Consider implications of IPCC AR4 on climate research and observing system strategies • Primary Focus: Lessons from IPCC Working Groups I and II • Organizers: GCOS, WCRP, and IGBP in cooperation with IPCC • When and Where: 4-6 October, Sydney, in conjunction with “Greenhouse 2007” Science and Technology Conference • Sponsors: CSIRO, Australia BoM, NASA, NOAA
Reconsidering the Observing System: The Path to a GCOS “Comprehensive Report” GCOS Performance Monitoring Data GCOS “Comprehensive Report” (2009) Reporting Guidelines(2007) “National Activities” Information (2008) Steering Committee, Science Panel, Partner OS Inputs Lessons from IPCC (2007)