Vision for the future of environmental measurements
Vision for the future of environmental measurements
Annex to Resolution 5 (CIMO-17)
Under the vision for the WIGOS community and the environmental measurements it seeks to achieve:
Mission:
Fit-for-purpose environmental measurements through leadership, standards and guidance.
Vision:
The WIGOS measurement community is the recognized source of information and guidance on performing measurements for environmental intelligence.
Desired Outcomes:
(a) The WIGOS measurement community are esteemed experts that gather and disseminate knowledge on measurements;
(b) Users and providers understand measurement quality and how fit-for-purpose measurements are achieved;
(c) Users and providers understand the importance of the measurement process in developing environmental intelligence.
(d) Users and providers of Essential Climate Variables are committed to measurement traceability;
(e) The potential, quality and performance characteristics of emerging measurement technologies and their products are documented in guidance material.
Strategies to achieve the Mission and Vision:
(a) Collaborate effectively with users and providers of measurements;
(b) Develop and promote the implementation of recognized measurement practices;
(c) Develop and provide effective standards and guidance material;
(d) Provide guidance for the implementation of new measurement technology; and
(e) Identify and characterize the potential of emerging measurements.
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