[JAN] “Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS)” Flashcards
What is it?
ACROSS scheme pertains to the atmospheric science programs of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).
It addresses different aspects of weather and climate services, which includes warnings for cyclone, storm surges, heat waves, thunderstorms etc.
Each of these aspects is incorporated as nine sub-schemes under the umbrella scheme “ACROSS” and is implemented in an integrated.
Benefits?
The scheme will provide improved weather, climate and ocean forecast and services, thereby ensuring transfer of commensurate benefits to the various services.
It will also provide a sizable number of scientific and technical staff along with requisite administrative support, thereby generating employment.
To ensure last-mile connectivity of the weather based services to the end -user, a large number of agencies like the Krishi Vigyana Kendras of ICAR, Universities and local municipalities are roped in thus generating employment opportunities to many people.
