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WTF-CEOP Task Team Table of Contents
1 Overall Status Satoko Miura JAXA
2 CEOP Status Satoko Miura, for Prof.Koike JAXA
3 JAXA Prototype Status Satoko Miura JAXA
5 NASA Satellite Data Server Status Demonstration Yonsook Enloe NASA
6 Question Discussion All
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WTF-CEOP Project Task TeamOverall Status

• WGISS-24 meeting
• October 15, 2007
• Satoko Horiyama MIURA / JAXA

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Contents

1. Brief Project Description
2. Overall Status
3. GEO-level Status
4. Projected end date

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WTF-CEOP Task Team(from Task Team Template)

• Purpose
• To provide assistance to the CEOP science
  community in the development of data services
  associated with CEOP data integration.
• Goals and how they relate to WGISS
• Develop a WTF-CEOP system, based on existing CEOS
  WGISS member tools and technology, for
  distribution of CEOP data, including
• Support gathering satellite data from providers
  (JAXA, NASA, ESA, EUMETSAT)
• Support data discovery (search for CEOP data)
  Support data selection (through menu selection)
  Provide basic functions plotting, viewing data,
  comparing data, downloading data
• Provide data integration functions methods of
  integration of in-situ, model output and
  satellite data.

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WTF-CEOP System Overview
Web Browser

• Users can access
• The data located in distributed archive centers
• The data which is temporally and geospatially
  coordinated

CSDIC Archive Satellite (Japan)
NCAR Archive In-situ (U.S.)
Live Access Server (LAS)
Ferret
MPI Archive MOLTS, Model Output (Germany)

WCS Server (satellite data)
NASA Bridge
CEOP Data Archives
OPeNDAP Interface
Custom Interface

• JAXA Prototype
• Distributed Data Integration Prototype System
  for CEOP

NASA Prototype A bridge between DODS formatted
data requests and OGC WCS servers
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Overall Status

1. Prototype development is on-going
2. FY2008 budget (both for JAXA and NASA) is still
   unknown (high possibility)
3. WTF-CEOP TT Teleconference on September 27th

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GEO Level Status WA-06-05 In-situ Water Cycle
Monitoring (1/3)

• Description of the Work to be Performed
• Produce an inventory of in-situ networks, their
  logistical infrastructure, and potential for
  synergies with other in-situ measurements. See
  AR-06-07 and AR-06-08 concerning water
  observations.
• Based on the result of GEOSS Water Cycle
  Observation Workshop in November 2005, provide
  input to the new Observations Council on in-situ
  water cycle observations and assess the degree to
  which recommendations are acted upon.
• Establish a process for providing input to this
  group on an on-going basis.
• Enhance the water cycle observation capability
  for monitoring long-term changes in the global
  water system and their feedback into the climate
  system.
• Improve the interoperability of observing
  systems, and standardization of metadata for data
  sharing of crucial data for sustainable
  development of water resources and improvement of
  water management practices
• Make progress in product development of the
  global near real-time river runoff network,
  advocate sharing of telecommunication
  infrastructure and joint know-how.

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GEO Level Status WA-06-05 In-situ Water Cycle
Monitoring (2/3)

• Output Deliverables
• Progress in product development of the global
  near real-time river runoff network, further
  standardization of metadata and protocols for
  hydrological data sharing in collaboration with
  WIS, advocation of sharing of telecommunication
  infrastructure and joint know-how in WHYCOS
  Hydrological Information systems
• An inventory for in situ networks, their
  logistical infrastructure and their potential for
  synergy with other in situ measurements.
• A process for providing input to the new
  Observations Council on in-situ water cycle
  observations.

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GEO Level Status WA-06-05 In-situ Water Cycle
Monitoring (3/3)

• The requests from WA-06-05 team (at least so
  far) is to list up in-situ measurement system to
  create inventories of in-situ observation.
• According to the outputs of the task sheet, the
  standardization will be done in collaboration
  with WIS, WMO system.

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GEO Level Status WA-07-02 Satellite Water
Quantity Measurements and Integration with
In-situ Data (1/2)

• Description of the Work to be Performed
• Develop an operational mechanism to provide water
  level observations in rivers, lakes/reservoirs
  and estuaries from satellite observations to
  support the upgrade of deficient run-off water
  gauge networks. Combine different types of
  satellite data that are relevant for water
  quantity measurements (snow water equivalent,
  streamflow) with in-situ observations for better
  accuracy and global coverage. Produce an
  implementation plan for a broad and operational
  global water cycle data integration system that
  combines in-situ, satellite data and model
  outputs.A international symposium is proposed to
  be held to assess techniques and their maturity
  for transitions to operations. A workshop is
  planned in 2007.

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GEO Level Status WA-07-02 Satellite Water
Quantity Measurements and Integration with
In-situ Data (2/2)

• Output Deliverables
• Nothing on the latest task sheet !
• Current Status
• Jul 07 The WMO is cooperating with the European
  Space Agency (ESA) on the availability of
  altimetry data for WHYCOS projects, in which the
  focus is on combining these remotely-sensed data
  with in-situ water level observational data of
  major trans-boundary rivers.
• Jul 07 The proposed HARON project (see WA-06-05)
  will contribute integrated in-situ and
  remotely-sensed hydro-meteorological data at
  points around the globe, and is therefore
  complementary to WA-07-02.

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GEO Level StatusNext step for WA-06-05 WA-07-02

• The Latest information from Prof.Koike (as of
  Oct.14th , today !)
• The progress of WA-07-02 was pended due to the
  IGWCO (IGOS Water Cycle Theme) future plan
  (merging to GEO).
• The new task, WA-08-P1, is now being proposed and
  probably authorized at GEO plenary in Nov., 2007.
• WA-08-P1 includes WA-06-05 WA-07-02.

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GEO Level StatusWA-08-P1 Integration of
In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle
Monitoring ltfor your reference onlygt (1/3)
Task Number Integration of In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle Monitoring
WA-07-03 Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures. The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
Area Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures. The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
Water Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures. The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
Relevant Committee Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures. The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
STC/ADC/UIC Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures. The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
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GEO Level StatusWA-08-P1 Integration of
In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle
Monitoring ltfor your reference onlygt (2/3)

• Description of the Work to be Performed
• The first phase of HERON will comprise the
  upgrading and sustained maintenance of a core
  network of 380 major global run-off stations
  which monitor continental freshwater fluxes into
  the worlds oceans forming part of the GTN-R
  network. (15 months)
• The second phase will comprise the combination
  and phased integration of hydro-meteorological
  and other related in-situ components, such as
  water storage in lakes and reservoirs,
  groundwater, water quality, and soil moisture,
  with satellite observations. In addition, the
  observational requirements for coastal zone and
  ocean management will be assessed. One or more
  pilot projects will be established in a large
  basin to show the feasibility of integrated
  in-situ sites with satellite information. The
  development, dissemination, and application of
  dedicated HERON products for priority user
  sectors will be initiated. (15 months)
• Finally, the third phase will consolidate the
  integration development process and application
  of user-oriented information products that make
  full use of the wealth of observations made
  accessible by HERON, within a modeling and
  forecasting framework. (24 months)
• Furthermore, an implementation plan will be
  produced for a broad global water cycle data
  integration system combining water cycle in-situ,
  satellite data, and model prediction outputs.

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GEO Level StatusWA-08-P1 Integration of
In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle
Monitoring ltfor your reference onlygt (3/3)

• Output Deliverables
• Access to Earth observation tools for water
  resource management, especially in developing
  countries.
• Global monitoring of the temporal and spatial
  variability of the freshwater resources.
• Interoperability of observing systems.
• Standardization of metadata for data sharing, and
  a broad global water cycle data integration
  system.
• Hydrological forecasts in water
  resource-management.
• Improved global water quality monitoring for
  drinking and recreation.
• New/better satellite techniques for water storage
  determination.
• Achieving an integrated approach to
  hydroclimatological monitoring activities that
  incorporates measurement of ground and surface
  water quantity and quality, and the application
  of new technology for measuring and managing
  surface water, groundwater, and water quality.

• Recommendation from WTF-CEOP TT
• To wait for the authorization of the task sheet.

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GEO Level Status WA-07-01 Global Water Quality
Monitoring (1/2)

• Description of the Work to be Performed
• Many aspects of water quality monitoring and
  assessment, both in-situ and remotely sensed are
  severely deficient. Many countries lack the
  technical, institutional, and financial resources
  to conduct proper assessments using in-situ water
  quality monitoring methods for terrestrial
  sources and in the coastal ocean. Remote-sensed
  operational systems of global-scale freshwater
  quality are non-existent.
• Operational observation systems need to be
  developed, and the resulting information systems
  should be made compatible and interoperable as
  part of the system of systems.
• This Task is built on the outcomes of the water
  quality workshop in 2007 (GEO Inland and Coastal
  Water Quality workshop) and first pilot projects
  are being planned to begin in Asia as a result of
  the Asia Water Resource Management Capacity
  Building Workshop.

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GEO Level Status WA-07-01 Global Water Quality
Monitoring (2/2)

• Output Deliverables
• Nothing on the latest task sheet !
• Current Status
• Jul07 Steven Greb (IGWCO) has been participating
  in 2 NASA grants, examining lake and reservoir
  water quality using Landsat and MODIS.
• Jul 07 Discussions are underway with Japan
  regarding a capacity building water quality
  proposal for Southeast Asia. Also, capacity
  building proposals for other regions, such as
  Africa and Latin America, are being considered.
• TASK POC is IGWCO ! -gt May be being pended also...

• Recommendation from WTF-CEOP TT
• To wait for the next update of the task sheet.

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GEO Level Status Summary
GEO Task No. Title WTF-CEOP TT recommendation
WA-06-05 In-situ Water Cycle Monitoring To wait for the authorization of WA-08-P1 Task and its task sheet
WA-07-01 Global Water Quality Monitoring To wait for the authorization of WA-08-P1 Task and its task sheet
WA-07-02 Satellite Water Quantity Measurements and Integration with In-situ Data To wait for the next update of the task sheet

• Because
• WTF-CEOP TT does not have enough resources to
  take positive actions for participating GEO
  Tasks.
• WTF-CEOP TT will close in the next year (see the
  next slide).

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Project End Date

1. At WGISS-23, WTF-CEOP TT proposed to have its
   project-end date.
2. The latest end date is March 2009, due to
   budget limitation.

Current Plan WTF- CEOP TT will be closed at the
WGISS-26 meeting.