Introduction

Evaluation of Climate Monitoring on Mauna Kea

In this project we are planning and working to gain the acceptance and participation from relevant stakeholders for future deployment of instrumentation to continuously monitor the climate of the upper elevations of Mauna Kea

Evaluation of Climate Monitoring on Mauna Kea

University management boundaries and areas surrounding Maunakea. Blue dots indicate existing weather stations including rain gages. Red dots indicate possible sites for new stations.
University management boundaries and areas surrounding Maunakea. Blue dots indicate existing weather stations including rain gages. Red dots indicate possible sites for new stations.

SPONSOR:
Office of Mauna Kea Management

PROJECT PERIOD:
09/01/13 – 12/31/21

ABSTRACT:
The project purpose is to formulate scientifically sound recommendations for the development of a climate monitoring network for the upper elevations of Maunakea. Developing a network of stations would be a value resource in the protection of the cultural and natural resources of Maunakea and help improve local, regional, and global understanding of weather and climate conditions such as drought, storm forecasting, ecological influences of climate, public safety impacts, and scientific research. The network would engage existing and new scientific, land, and management partners in the operation, maintenance, and use of weather and climate data.

 

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