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Welcome to our Spring 2025 industry update, bringing you the latest developments in weather and climate services that matter to your business operations.
This issue focuses on how weather data supports industries to become more resilient to extreme weather and climate change.
If you would like further information on any of these areas, please contact business@metoffice.gov.uk.
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In a new study, a team including Met Office scientists found that traditional risk assessments for wind-based power outages could underestimate outage risks by up to five times. This research is crucial as we transition to clean energy infrastructure. Better outage prediction tools will help energy companies allocate resources efficiently and enhance the resilience of the power grid. |
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After a successful trial, aircraft-generated data (Mode-S EHS) is now being used by the Met Office to further improve weather forecasting. Working with Flightradar24 and the European Meteorological Aircraft Derived Data Centre, we're integrating real-time atmospheric data from thousands of aircraft into our Global Model. As a key player in international aeronautical meteorology, this will allow the Met Office to achieve greater precision and contribute towards further advances in forecasting.
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Improved forecasting accuracy
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Comprehensive data coverage
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Cost-effective solutions
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Since 2019 we’ve co-led four major interdisciplinary research programmes, with combined funding of £108.7 million.
The programmes, funded by the UK Government’s Strategic Priorities Fund (SPF), included the UK Climate Resilience Programme, two waves of the Clean Air Programme, and the Exascale Computing ALgorithms & Infrastructures Benefiting UK Research (ExCALIBUR) Programme.
They provided unique opportunities to share skills, expertise and capabilities for the development of new products and services, benefiting business and industry across the UK.
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In today's rapidly evolving energy landscape, the connection between weather, climate, and energy has never been more critical. The Met Office energy consultancy team works on various projects critical to energy infrastructure, from updating data for ice accretion standards to understanding climate data needs for energy modelling. However, despite these advances, many energy professionals still struggle to access and interpret climate data effectively for infrastructure planning and resilience.
Discover how the Met Office's specialist energy team is bridging this gap with tailored climate solutions that strengthen the UK's energy future.
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In today's data-driven landscape, weather and climate information is essential for resilience. Organisations, researchers and developers need accurate, timely data to drive informed decisions and innovation.
Users seek flexibility, scalability and interoperability when accessing weather data—whether for research, commercial applications or public services.
Explore Met Office data available via Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative, Snowflake and Esri UK:
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Infographics and case studies |
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Learn more about how preparing for severe weather and climate change enhances national resilience:
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Weather impacts almost every business operation - from logistics and outdoor events to aerodrome operations management and flight planning.
In a new article, we're highlighting two key services: Talk To A Forecaster (TTAF) for immediate, specific weather queries, and MetInsight® for comprehensive briefings when weather is a strategic concern for organisations. We’re sharing real-world examples of how these services help businesses across sectors make better decisions.
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The water sector is increasingly facing the dual pressures of growing demand and the escalating frequency of extreme weather events driven by climate change.
The Met Office is empowering water companies to proactively prepare for weather-related challenges, ultimately bolstering the water sector’s operational resilience and ensuring a more reliable service delivery for their customers.
Discover how collaboration with Ofwat and Thames Water is advancing forecasting capabilities to deliver trusted insights, soon to be available across the UK water industry.
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We make continuous improvements to evolve our products and services based on user feedback. This online event will provide an opportunity for us to share and discuss the latest updates on a range of topics including:
- Expected updates to Met Office supercomputing capability
- Update on 3rd Generation Satellite
- Overview of Met Office data on the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI)
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Join world-leading climate researchers, businesses, policymakers and young people at the Exeter Climate Forum to help shape priorities for COP30 and beyond.
As part of the Exeter Climate Forum, the University of Exeter and the Met Office will jointly host the Exeter Climate Conference 2 - 4 July, showcasing the latest climate research and innovative adaptation solutions for a resilient and sustainable future.
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We’re seeking feedback from those using climate information or data in their work or looking to start using it. Please complete our brief survey.
Why participate? Your input will help shape climate information and data resources and tools. The survey takes about 15 minutes and will open until 9 May 2025.
Questions? Contact us at: climateservicesatscale@metoffice.gov.uk
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We’re doing a major upgrade of our Met Office weather app – and we’d love you to try it out and tell us what you think.
Since we launched the app in 2016, we’ve made lots of improvements based on user feedback. Now we’re revamping the look and feel of the app, so you can get our latest weather forecast more quickly and easily.
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This is the third issue of our Industry Newsletter, and we’d love to get your feedback so that we can make sure it is meeting your needs. Please complete the anonymous short survey below.
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