Spectrum use for meteorology: challenges, opportunities and evolving requirements
28-30 September 2026,
Geneva, Switzerland
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Programme | Draft Agenda
28 September 2026 (Day 1)
Seminar introduction
WMO global infrastructure
International spectrum management for Earth observation and meteorology
Meteorological satellite service
Passive and active spaceborne remote sensing
Meteorological radars
Space weather
Metaids and additional meteorological radiocommunication systems
29 September 2026 (Day 2)
Socio-economic benefits of weather observations and forecasts
Economics of Earth Observation: $700B Opportunity
Forecasting Public Value
Socio-economic impacts in policy discussions
Earth observation contribution to UN Sustainable Development Goals
ITU-R preparation to WRC-27
WRC-27 agenda items related to meteorology
WMO preparation to WRC-27
WRC-31 preparation
Recent experience with RFI in data assimilation for global Numerical Weather Prediction
Advocating for the protection of meteorological applications and the safety of the people in the Caribbean
Preparing for WRC-27: Meteorological Priorities
TBD
Remote Sensors – RFI detection, monitoring and mapping
SMOS
Meteorological radars in 5 GHz
30 September 2026 (Day 3)
Coordination Group for Meteorological Satellites (CGMS)
Outlook on Earth Observations: NOAA Earth Observation Programs – Where We Are and Where We’re Going
FENGYUN Space — the new-generation integrated space weather operational system
EUMETSAT – Monitoring weather, climate and the environment from space
JAXA Earth Observation Programs (online presentation)
The ESA Earth Observations Program
NASA Perspectives on Space-based Remote Sensing
Overview of Space-Based Meteorological Observation Programmes
Earth Observation and X-Band: Enabled Applications and Impact
Weather radar technology and related frequency issues
Radio Frequency Interference for Passive Sounding of Temperature and Humidity
Cloud-based access and processing of meteorological data (Not confirmed)Cloud-based access and processing of meteorological data (Not confirmed)Cloud-based access and processing of meteorological data
Practical Information
ITU’s Headquarters in Geneva
Place des Nations, 1211 Geneva 20 Switzerland
are conveniently located overlooking the Place des Nations in the Heart of Geneva’s United Nations district.
Access is easy by foot or private transport or using public transport as describe below.
Office numbers in the three buildings begin with M, T and V, respectively.
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Delegate badging desks are located in the entrance of the ITU Montbrillant (M) building, 2 rue de Varembé, Geneva.
IT Facilities
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Internet Access
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IT Support
Delegates can obtain support from the Service Desk located at the ground floor of the ITU Montbrillant building (office M03a).
Electricity
230V 50 Hz, power sockets with Swiss standard adapters (from USA to Swiss or Europe to Swiss, UK to Swiss) can be purchased at the ITU bookshop located at the ITU Montbrillant building entrance.
Public transport
Public transport
There are several bus/tram stops in the vicinity of the ITU (tram 15 and bus lines, 5, 8, 22, 60, 61, F, V, Z). Geneva´s public transport system is operated by the Transports publics genevois (TPG)
Medical Service
Medical Service
The services of a nurse are available to meeting participants. The medical service is on the ground floor of the ITU Varembé (V) building (Office V16 – extension: 5397).
In case of an emergency, participants may contact the Security Service, extension 119.
Bank
Bank
A bank is situated across the street from the ITU Tower entrance. Currency exchanges and other services are available from Monday to Friday, 0830 – 1630 hours.
Post Office
Post Office
A post office is situated at Rue de Varembé 15, next to the CICG “Centre International des Conférences de Genève” entrance.
Restaurants
Restaurants
A self-service cafeteria is situated between the ITU Varembé (V) and Montbrillant (M) buildings.
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