CLIPS
Climate Information and Prediction Services

www.wmo.ch/web/wcp/clips2001/html/

Type of Structure:	network / framework activity
Regional Scope :	global
Parent Organisations :
Child Organisations :
Duration :	1996 to present
Contact Address :	Mr. Buruhani Nyenzi

Objectives of CLIPS:

The concept of the Regional Network of CLIPS Focal Points is to develop capacity in NMHSs through the selection and training of individual experts and to develop interaction on a Regional basis. It is proposed that the latter objective will be achieved by networking Focal Points into sub-Regional groupings with Rapporteurs appointed by the Regional Associations acting as coordinators. Confirmation of this approach is being sought in each Regional Association meeting as they occur; Regional Associations I, II, III, V and VI have promulgated the approach while Regional Association IV has indicated a preference for regional, rather than national, Focal Points.

Responsibilities of individual Focal Points will vary according to national or regional requirements and may include:
 

Acting as CLIPS Project Office contact points

Acting as national sources of information on CLIPS-related activities

Providing assistance in national training

Advising on national requirements for data access and distribution, training and projects

Advising on national requirements for forecasts

Acting as national focal points for forecast interpretation

Providing an interface to users and user groups

Coordinating research activities

Arranging training for users

Distributing training and other materials

Feeding material to CLIPS and national web pages

Reporting on national climate, prediction and applications research results

Reporting on climate applications and benefits achieved through their use 

Advising on the development of the CLIPS Curriculum

For further details, link to the CLIPS Home Page

Last update: 4/15/06

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