EC Panel of Experts on Polar Observations, Research and Services

EC Panel of Experts on Polar Observations, Research and Services

Team Assignments

April 4, 2014

Context

While recognizing that experts associated with PORS bring with them a broad and often interdisciplinary background, a primary responsibility for each of the Panel members is highlighted in this shade of red and, where appropriate, a secondary area of interest in this shade of blue.

D. Grimes (Co-chair) Canada

R. Vertessy (Co-chair) Australia

Task / Foci for Activities / Leads /
Antarctic / General;
·  Antarctic Observation Network (AntON)
·  Review – update resolutions of record
·  Review – update standard regulatory material / S. Colwell
J. Stander
Panel members; J. Carrasco, R. Hartig, J.M. Hörler, A. Klepikov, J. Renwick, K. Satheesan, K. Falkner, S. J. Park, S. Carpentier, E. Brun
Observational Framework / General;
·  Includes observations from research and monitoring networks, satellite, in-situ and new technologies
·  Monitor effectiveness of basic observing systems and support standardization of observing practices for Polar Regions
·  Polar Space task Group to provide coordination across Space Agencies in support of cryospheric and polar research and applications.
·  Global Cryosphere Watch Implementation Plan and ensure cryosphere communities are engaged and tasks initiated including CryoNet and SnowWatch
·  Follow / influence the WMO Integrated Global Observing System (WIGOS) including space-based observations
·  Ensure integration and interoperability with the WMO Information System (WIS)
·  Liaison with ICG-WIGOS and TT-WRM / A. Snorasson
M. Drinkwater (PSTG lead)
J. Key (GCW Lead)
J. Key WIGOS Liaison
Panel members; G. Béchard, E. Brun, H.W. Hubberten, M.-L. Ou, G.M. Pedrini, C. Xiao,
O. Hov, J.M. Hörler, L.-O. Reiersen, K. Satheesan
For non-panel member of the PSTG and its subsidiary, the SAR Coordination Working Group, see; http://www.wmo.int/pages/prog/sat/pstg_en.php
For GCW Steering Group and other team members see; http://globalcryospherewatch.org/about/teams.html
Research Framework / General
·  The Global Integrated Polar Prediction System (GIPPS) including WWRP-PPP and WCRP-PCPI; a research and operational focus from daily to inter-decadal timeframe
·  Monitor requirements of research scientists and advise operational community
·  Link with Services Framework / P. Lemke
T. Jung
Panel members; B. Arheimer, K. Falkner, O. Hov, A. Jönsson, K. Krogh Andersen,
V. Rachold, P. Taalas, J. Renwick
Services Framework / General
·  Guide integration of service delivery & factors contributing to service improvements
·  Acquire user perspectives
·  Liaison with IICWG, JCOMM and ICO for WWRP - PPP
·  Develop the architecture for PRCCs, PCOFs / A.  Devaris
H. Tangen
Panel members; A. Frolov, A. Jönsson, L.-O. Reiersen, J. Renwick, C. Xiao, J. Ikävalko, J. Stander, S. Carpentier
Non-Panel members; T. Stipa, A. Holman, R. Tatusko
International Polar Partnership Initiative / General
·  IPY Legacy; Modalities and level of engagement in IPPI
·  Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS) / D. Grimes
R. Vertessy
Panel members; J.Carrasco, A.Klepikov, V. Rachold, , L-O Reiersen
Non-Panel member; V. Ryabinin
Secretariat / General
·  Set boundaries of interest – Polar / sub-polar
·  Inform and engage WMO Constituent bodies (Regional Associations, Technical Commissions, Executive Council and Congress)
·  Continuity of engagement amongst Panel members
·  Review - update Terms of Reference
·  Input to WMO Strategic Planning
·  External engagement / M. Ondras
W. Zhang
B. Angle
J. Gill