Climate services for disaster risk reduction

A new study, uses novel and innovative approaches – involving km-scale models captured in the figure below and compared with global and regional models – to produce relevant climate projections over vulnerable territories.

In the heart of the Himalayas, Bhutan faces an unprecedented challenge from climate-induced disasters. Yet within this challenge lies an opportunity to transform Bhutan’s approach to weather, water, climate, and early warning services.

This document is a tool for National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to explore how to better collaborate with their National Meteorological and Hydrological Services.

Community-driven efforts in Kerala are establishing decentralised flood forecasting and early warning systems, improving communication. Partnering with scientists, real-time rainfall observations are shared via a messaging app and forecasts are effective.

This report explores how NGOs can strengthen weather, water, and climate services (WWCS) to enhance disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation and tools to bridge gaps between scientific data and vulnerable communities for resilient development.

This policy brief explores the low demand for formal weather forecasts by pastoralists.

On 13 July 2023, Raul Cioc, a newly qualified weather forecaster, was preparing for a shift in the forecast room at the Sibiu Meteorological Centre in Romania.

This technical report explores the significant potential of Climate Information Services (CIS) to support climate adaptation within health system strengthening (HSS) initiatives.

This policy brief explores the challenges pastoralists face when using climate information services (CIS). It outlines key considerations for scaling up effective CIS in drylands.

China's Earth Observation (EO) System has seen significant progress, evolving into a sophisticated network of satellites supporting various global applications.