20000630 Remote Sensing Tutorial Tutorial on the role of space science and technology in monitoring the Earth's surface and atmosphere. Aims to demonstrate the use of remote sensing instruments or sensors to 'capture' the spectral and spatial relations of objects and materials observable at a distance. It allows UK university groups to lead developments in many areas of atmospheric science such as storm-tracks, monsoons and ozone loss. It coordinates global scientific activity in areas of weather prediction, air pollution research, climate change, ozone layer depletion studies and tropical storm forecasting, to allow prompt and accurate weather information for public, private and commercial use, including international airline and shipping industries. Major WMO progammes include World Weather Watch, Applications of Meteorology, World Climate Research, Global Climate Observing System, Atmospheric Research and Environment, Hydrology and Water Resources, Education and Training.
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