05/09/2024 –
06/09/2024
Barcelona, Spain, and online
Communicating Weather and Well-Being
Communicating Biometeorological Knowledge for Public Health
Format: Hybrid side event at the EMS2024 conference
Venue: Library room at the Historical University of Barcelona
Dates: 5 – 6 September 2024
Partners: We are delighted to collaborate with the following esteemed partners:
- Solco W. Tromp Foundation
- EMS Media & Communication team
- International Society of Biometeorology
- Slovenian Environment Agency
- Slovenian Meteorological Society
- WMO RAI Office
Attendance: In-person attendance is limited to 50 participants, with priority given to approved lecturers.
Purpose: This event aims to achieve several important objectives:
- Promote human biometeorology: We will explore the impact of thermal conditions, air pollution, pollen, adaptation to climate change, architecture, urbanistic solutions, and the impact of weather phenomena and thermal environment on productivity.
- Network with biometeorologists: Scientists from universities, research institutes, national meteorological and hydrological services (NHMSs), private companies, and specialized societies will connect and share insights.
- Collect users’ needs and requirements: We want to understand what information and services are essential for our community.
- Effective communication: We’ll discuss strategies for conveying biometeorological information to the public.
- Interdisciplinary involvement: We encourage participation from a broad range of interested scientists.
- Identify gaps and best practices: By sharing experiences, we can identify areas for improvement and highlight successful approaches.
- Climate change adaptation: We’ll explore strategies and activities related to climate change adaptation.
Join us in advancing biometeorology and its impact on public health! For inquiries, please email us at symposium-biomet@emetsoc.org.