Home Planet 2030 – The Role of Earth Observations in Studying Our Planet
Time: 9:45-11:15
Room: 146A
Format: Panel Discussion
Organizers

James GRAF
Deputy Director for Earth Sciences and Technology, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
United States of America

Harry CIKANEK
Director, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
United States of America
Home Planet 2030 – The Role of Earth Observations in Studying Our Planet
With ever growing need, this special session will describe future directions in Earth Observations over the next decade and how different agencies are working together to address the difficult and expensive challenges of obtaining accurate and calibrated measurements from space for research and operational services such as severe weather prediction. It will identify new opportunities for both individuals and organizations in the ever-evolving field of Earth science and applications.
Facilitator

Michael H. FREILICH
Retired – Former Director of the Earth Science Division, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
United States of America
Speakers

Stephen VOLZ
Assistant Administrator for Satellite and Information Services, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
United States of America

Josef ASCHBACHER
Director of Earth Observation Programmes and Head of ESRIN, European Space Agency (ESA)
Italy

Sandra CAUFFMAN
Acting Director, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
United States of America
