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.