The collaboration between EUMETSAT and NOAA has significantly advanced the field of operational meteorology, benefiting public safety, property protection, and economic performance.
The report examines the longstanding collaboration between the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) and the American National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the field of meteorology from space, highlighting the impact on weather forecasting accuracy and societal benefits. Through a chronological and analytical approach, the study reveals how the transatlantic partnership has given way to mutual benefits such as advancements in meteorological technology, increased data access, and improved forecasting capabilities.
In this context, the report highlights:
- The partnership’s evolution, increasing commitment and interdependency, resulting in a strong, full-spectrum collaboration.
- The cost-benefit analysis the collaboration has, while accelerating technological innovation and optimizing performance.
- Calls for further political consolidation of this collaboration, especially within European space policy, to leverage its benefits amidst tightening budgets.