Floods, atmosphere and data

Combining real-time data with new models can improve our understanding of the impacts of atmosphere and hydrosphere interactions

This month has seen the effects of several devastating flooding events across the world, from Central and Eastern Europe, Nepal and the United States, but how can we ensure we are using the best data as scientists to help people prepare? The answer, as several of our writers this month an tell us, is good instrumentation. As Juliette Godet describes in her blog on gridded hydrological models, there are often challenges linking data collection to the model "It’s a crucial step in gridded hydrology, where we reconnect the ‘model world’, where rivers are represented by pixels, to the ‘real world’, where river networks are accurately known through hydrometric stations, which are represented as point data.". The question of using data models to accurately reflect the real world is also addressed in our blog on a new study using real-time river data to generate accurate flooding predictions.

Also this month a success story in global climate co-operation, as the Montreal Protocol turns 35, an important anniversary recognising the decades since the world came together to restore the Ozone Layer. And meet Bikem Ekberzade, a journalist turned Earth Systems Science researcher and member of EGU's Biodiversity policy task force!

There are also plenty of opportunities for you to get involved from new Educational resources on the blog, to Field Schools and Educational Events and more! Also the EGU25 Call for Abstracts will open early this year, mark your calendars for 23 October to start submitting your abstracts!

DEADLINES

18 OCTOBER

German work student position available: Social Media

18 OCTOBER

German work student position available: Science Policy

SCIENCE FOR POLICY

Evidence-informed planning for a new era of climate hazards

On Monday 4 November 2024, EGU will host the event, Evidence-informed planning for a new era of climate hazards in Brussels and online. This event aims to bridge the gap between researchers and policymakers by providing them with the opportunity to collectively discuss the climate hazard challenges that we are facing along with potential solutions.

Following a high-level panel, moderated table discussions will enable participants working on similar thematic areas to share their experiences and connect on the best available scientific evidence and current or potential policy solutions. This co-creative process will enable participants working on climate hazards to identify key areas of immediate and future action. You can read more about this event here.

EGU Science for Policy Hangout

October's Science for Policy Hangout will focus on how to create a knowledge synthesis for policymakers - from understanding the political landscape and needs of policymakers to collecting evidence and tips on how to disseminate the finished product!

While these documents help policymakers and advisors gain a broader and more comprehensive overview of the policy challenge or question, they aren't always straight forward to construct.

Register now and join us at 14:00 CEST on 7 October to learn about the steps you can take to ensure your knowledge synthesis has a policy impact!

JOURNAL WATCH

Credit: Miller et al, 2024

"For the persistent source, we infer emissions from a large O&G processing facility and estimate a leak rate between 1.6 % and 2.1 %, higher than any previously reported emission levels from a facility of its size. We also identify a ruptured pipeline that could increase total basin emissions by 2 % if left unrepaired; this pipeline was discovered 2 weeks before it was found by its operator, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring by future satellite missions."

Miller et al (2024) Atmospheric Measurement Techniques

GEOROUNDUP

September EGU journal highlights

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Apply to be one of our Artists in Residence for EGU25!

If you are a science-artist looking to come to the General Assembly in Vienna an share your creative work, why not apply to be one of EGU's next Artists in Residence?! Apply by 25 October 2024.

RESOURCE OF THE MONTH

EGU webinar: AI tools in scientific publishing - an introduction

AI tools may be useful in the scientific process but there are issues with using generative AI in scientific publishing. In this EGUwebinar from March, discover the do's and don'ts of AI in publishing.

UPCOMING DATES

EGU Science for Policy Hangout

Come virtually network with those working at the science-policy interface! Register for our next #Sci4Pol Hangout at 14:00 CEST on Monday 7 October.

EGU workshop: Novel and inclusive approaches to policy engagement

Unlock the potential of your research with this two part transformative workshop designed to bridge the gap between geoscience and impactful policymaking. Register before 15 October for this FREE workshop at 11:00 CET, 29 October 2024.

Join the EGU's EDI Committee

Both the EGU's Education Committee and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee are seeking new members to actively contribute to the implementation and promotion of initiatives within the EGU community. Read more and apply to join the EDI Committee here by 10 October 2024.

Join an EGUcampfire!

These informal events are run by the Divisions as a way to connect and build community. This month join the ERE Division on Friday 4 October at 15:00CEST for Geothermal Heat Pumps in the Chilean Altiplano and the Geodesy Division on Thursday 17 October at 16:30 CEST for Share Your Research.

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