WMO Day 2024 Highlights The Frontline Battle Against Global Warming

On World Meteorological Organization Day, which commemorates the organization's founding in 1950, the fight against climate change is highlighted.

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Title Celeste Saulo, the organization's first female Secretary-General, marks a historic change in leadership for the WMO, which is led by Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous.1

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With 193 members, the Geneva-based WMO leads the way in global climate monitoring and action, demonstrating a wide range of collaborative efforts.

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The origins of the organization date back to 1873, when it changed from the IMO to the crucial WMO, promoting international meteorological cooperation.

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2023 is going to be one of the warmest years on record, which emphasizes how urgently the WMO is taking climate action.

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The 50th anniversary of the Chipko movement is in line with environmental advocacy and the work being done by WMO to combat ecological degradation.

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The imperative necessity for all WMO members to participate in proactive climate initiatives is emphasized by UN Secretary-General Guterres.

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India's IMD contributes to the overall objectives of WMO and is a prime example of a country's commitment to the global climate agenda.

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