In observance of World Water Day and World Meteorological Day, the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring of Mongolia hosted a scientific conference titled “Addressing Challenges in Glacier and Ice Preservation and Early Warning Systems Together.” The event brought together experts, scientists, and policymakers to confront the growing impacts of climate change, particularly the alarming rate of glacier melt and the increasing frequency of natural disasters.
This year’s theme emphasized the critical need to preserve rapidly shrinking glaciers and strengthen early warning systems to protect vulnerable communities from climate-induced hazards.
Agency Director E. Battulga opened the conference by highlighting the accelerating pace of global climate change, noting that 2024 was recorded as the hottest year in history. He warned that extreme weather events are becoming more common, urging stronger national preparedness and technological advancement in the meteorological sector.
As part of a strategic upgrade, the Agency announced plans to deploy state-of-the-art computing technology in its meteorological operations. In a bid to improve outreach and accessibility in rural areas, a new partnership with “DDishTV” will enable the direct transmission of early warning messages to remote communities, supplementing existing platforms like E-Mongolia and banking applications.
Participants at the conference emphasized the importance of integrating both satellite and ground-based observational data to enhance the precision of weather forecasts and disaster predictions. To that end, the Agency is working with the United Nations Development Programme’s ADAPT Project to install a new supercomputer that will significantly boost Mongolia’s forecasting capabilities.
The advanced computing system is expected to deliver more accurate, timely, and detailed weather warnings, improve spatial resolution, and produce higher-quality meteorological products to support both economic planning and public safety efforts.
As Mongolia continues to face increasing environmental challenges, the conference served as a critical platform for sharing scientific insights and reinforcing the country’s commitment to climate resilience and glacier preservation.
