IEEE Data Science for Climate Risk Management Group

Mission:
The mission of the local group "Data Science for Climate Risk Management" is to leverage the power of data science and emerging technologies to address the complex challenges posed by climate extremes. By promoting interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, advancing research, and enabling practical applications, we strive to empower communities towards disaster risk reduction, resilience and drive sustainable progress in the face of a changing climate.
Time Horizon:
More Than Two Years
Main Activities:
We aim to foster collaboration among researchers, young professionals, practitioners, and policymakers to develop innovative solutions for assessing, mitigating, and managing climate risks. The following activities are planned to be executed. 01. "Climate Risk" Monthly webinar (invited lecture) collaborated with similar affinity group/society (inside/outside of IEEE) 02. Monthly meetup to discuss current research and opportunities (Collaboration with IEEE members across the common research area) 03. Skill development workshops and other relevant seminars
Keywords:
Data Science; Earth observation data; Machine learning; Disaster Risk Reduction; Climate extremes; Flood and drought; Heatwaves; Climate Risk Management; Climate Risk Assessment
Interim Leader:
92340321
Contact Email:
surajitghosh.ind@gmail.com
Region:
R0 - Asia & Pacific - Region 10
Section:
R00137 - Kolkata Section
Geographic Area:
East and Northeast parts of India
Associated Entities:
Spoid:
LGR00137DS
Url:
https://ieee-collabratec.ieee.org/app/workspaces/10575/activities