Climbing for Climate: Sustainable Monitoring in Extreme Environments

Recording of panel discussion from October 14:

This panel brings together global experts to spotlight Project Wayra, a pioneering atmospheric monitoring initiative on Aconcagua, led by Argentina and the United States in collaboration with institutions such as IANIGLA, King’s College London, and the University of Nevada, Reno. The session will also explore how the Global Cryosphere Watch and the Standardization of First-mile Data Collection can be leveraged to advance global efforts to unify and scale cryospheric data collection.

Panelist:

• Dr. Tom Matthews – Kings College
• Øystein Godøy – Norwegian Meteorological Institute
• Rémy Giraud – Météo France
• Rodica Nitu – World Meteorological Organization
• Ashish Raval – Synoptic PBC

They will share insights on instrumentation, data integration, and the transformative role of AI/ML in making cryospheric data FAIR – Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. Moderated by Jay Pabustan of OTT HydroMet and the HMEI Councillor on WMO Collaboration, the session will culminate in a proposal to expand Project Wayra through private sector engagement, with the goal of presenting outcomes at the 5th International Polar Year (IPY). Audience participation will be encouraged and contact sharing for future collaboration.

Winds of Transformation: The Circular Future of Meteorology

Adrian Crawford, Director R&D, OTT HydroMet, recording from Oct. 15, 2025

In this short presentation, Adrian Crawford will focus on sustainability and the circular economy, particularly in relation to product development and design environments. He will outline how these concepts are being implemented together with the use of algorithmic intelligence, Industry 4.0, smart products, and connectivity. The industry is a at a crucial turning point as to how monitoring equipment will be manufactured and incorporating AI into the technology – a compelling presentation for the audience to understand what the future of our industry will look like.

Lufft WS Family Update: Compact Weather Sensors with BigSystem Performance from October 15:

Cody Beedlow, Global Product Manager Meteorology, OTT HydroMet, Oct. 15, 2025

All-In-One Weather Stations (AiO) are compact units that integrate multiple sensors for automated, multiparameter measurements  –  offering faster setup and lower maintenance than traditional Automated Weather Stations (AWS). Ideal for agriculture, environmental monitoring, and research, AiO systems like the Lufft WS family feature fan-aspirated temperature and humidity sensors, Kipp & Zonen pyranometers, advanced wind and precipitation detection, and radar-based technology.

With WMO-compliant wind measurements, SYNOP code support, and improved diagnostics, ongoing development aims to bridge the gap between AiO and AWS – enhancing sensor quality, connectivity, and overall performance.

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OTT Pluvio² L and OTT Parsivel²

Katja Weber, Application Development Manager – Hydrology, OTT HydroMet Netherlands, recording from Oct. 15, 2025

A quick look at the main sensors, e.g. the precipitation sensors OTT Pluvio² L and OTT Parsivel² used in Project Wayra on Aconcagua, presented at Meteo Tech World Expo 2025

OTT FMS

Ephrem Charmois, Sales Manager, OTT HydroMet France, recording from Oct. 15, 2025

Short introduction to the OTT FMS Flood Monitoring System presented at the Meteo Tech World Expo 2025.

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