The World Climate Research Programme (WCRP), through the Global Precipitation Experiment (GPEX), is launching the Years of Precipitation (YoP), a coordinated international effort centred on 2028-2030 to advance the observation, understanding and prediction of precipitation.
"The Years of Precipitation is a unique opportunity to bring together existing and planned research efforts through international coordination. By strengthening collaboration across field campaigns, connecting observations with modelling and prediction, and addressing critical scientific and regional gaps, YoP aims to maximise the scientific value of these investments and create a lasting legacy for precipitation research. YOP is one of the first WCRP's projects working on partnerships with the private sector" say the WCRP chair Tim Naish and vice chair Cristiana Stan.
GPEX identified 2028–2030 as a period when many complementary campaigns are expected to operate across different regions and precipitation systems, but preparation needs to begin well before. GPEX invites field campaigns, research programmes, observing activities, NMHSs, operational organisations, regional initiatives and funding partners to connect with YoP during its preparatory phase.
"What makes the Years of Precipitation exciting is the opportunity to learn from field campaigns and other precipitation-associated initiatives taking place in different parts of the world. Each initiative has its own scientific questions, but bringing them together could help us see the bigger picture and gain new insights into how precipitation works across different regions and weather systems. We look forward to seeing what we can achieve together through YoP." say GPEX co-chairs Robert Trapp and Annalisa Cherchi.
To know more and to connect with the YoP Team, visit the Years of Precipitation (YoP) website.