1. WTF-CEOP Task Team Table of Contents1
Overall Status
Satoko Miura
JAXA 2
CEOP Status
Satoko Miura, for Prof.Koike 3
JAXA Prototype Status 5
NASA Satellite Data Server Status & Demonstration
Yonsook Enloe
NASA 6
Question & Discussion
All 3

2. WTF-CEOP Project Task Team Overall Status
WGISS-24 meeting
October 15, 2007
Satoko Horiyama MIURA / JAXA

3. Contents Brief Project Description Overall Status GEO-level Status
Projected end date 2

4. WTF-CEOP Task Team (from Task Team Template)
Purpose
To provide assistance to the CEOP science community in the development of data services associated with CEOP data integration.
Goals and how they relate to WGISS
Develop a WTF-CEOP system, based on existing CEOS WGISS member tools and technology, for distribution of CEOP data, including:
Support gathering satellite data from providers (JAXA, NASA, ESA, EUMETSAT)
Support data discovery (search for CEOP data) Support data selection (through menu selection) Provide basic functions: plotting, viewing data, comparing data, downloading data
Provide data integration functions: methods of integration of in-situ, model output and satellite data. 3

5. WTF-CEOP System Overview
Web Browser
Users can access;
The data located in distributed archive centers
The data which is temporally and geospatially coordinated
CSDIC Archive [Satellite]
(Japan)
Live Access Server
(LAS)
NCAR Archive [In-situ]
(U.S.)
Ferret
MPI Archive
[MOLTS, Model Output]
(Germany)
WCS Server
　(satellite data)
NASA Bridge
CEOP Data Archives
OPeNDAP Interface
Custom Interface
JAXA Prototype:
“Distributed Data Integration Prototype System for CEOP ”
NASA Prototype:
A bridge between DODS formatted data requests and OGC WCS servers 4

6. Overall Status Prototype development is on-going
FY2008 budget (both for JAXA and NASA) is still unknown (high possibility)
WTF-CEOP TT Teleconference on September 27th 5

7. GEO Level Status WA-06-05 : In-situ Water Cycle Monitoring (1/3)
Description of the Work to be Performed
Produce an inventory of in-situ networks, their logistical infrastructure, and potential for synergies with other in-situ measurements. See AR and AR concerning water observations.
Based on the result of GEOSS Water Cycle Observation Workshop in November 2005, provide input to the new Observations Council on in-situ water cycle observations and assess the degree to which recommendations are acted upon.
Establish a process for providing input to this group on an on-going basis.
Enhance the water cycle observation capability for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system.
Improve the interoperability of observing systems, and standardization of metadata for data sharing of crucial data for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices
Make progress in product development of the global near real-time river runoff network, advocate sharing of telecommunication infrastructure and joint know-how. 6

8. GEO Level Status WA-06-05 : In-situ Water Cycle Monitoring (2/3)
Output & Deliverables
Progress in product development of the global near real-time river runoff network, further standardization of metadata and protocols for hydrological data sharing in collaboration with WIS, advocation of sharing of telecommunication infrastructure and joint know-how in WHYCOS Hydrological Information systems
An inventory for in situ networks, their logistical infrastructure and their potential for synergy with other in situ measurements.
A process for providing input to the new Observations Council on in-situ water cycle observations. 7

9. GEO Level Status WA-06-05 : In-situ Water Cycle Monitoring (3/3)
The requests from WA team (at least so far) is to list up in-situ measurement system to create inventories of in-situ observation.
According to the “outputs” of the task sheet, the standardization will be done in collaboration with WIS, WMO system. 8

10. GEO Level Status WA : Satellite Water Quantity Measurements and Integration with In-situ Data (1/2)
Description of the Work to be Performed
Develop an operational mechanism to provide water level observations in rivers, lakes/reservoirs and estuaries from satellite observations to support the upgrade of deficient run-off water gauge networks. Combine different types of satellite data that are relevant for water quantity measurements (snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations for better accuracy and global coverage. Produce an implementation plan for a broad and operational global water cycle data integration system that combines in-situ, satellite data and model outputs.A international symposium is proposed to be held to assess techniques and their maturity for transitions to operations. A workshop is planned in 2007. 9

11. GEO Level Status WA : Satellite Water Quantity Measurements and Integration with In-situ Data (2/2)
Output & Deliverables
Nothing on the latest task sheet !
Current Status
Jul 07: The WMO is cooperating with the European Space Agency (ESA) on the availability of altimetry data for WHYCOS projects, in which the focus is on combining these remotely-sensed data with in-situ water level observational data of major trans-boundary rivers.
Jul 07: The proposed HARON project (see WA-06-05) will contribute integrated in-situ and remotely-sensed hydro-meteorological data at points around the globe, and is therefore complementary to WA 10

12. GEO Level Status Next step for WA-06-05 & WA-07-02
The Latest information from Prof.Koike (as of Oct.14th , today !)
The progress of WA was pended due to the IGWCO (IGOS Water Cycle Theme) future plan (=merging to GEO).
The new task, WA-08-P1, is now being proposed and probably authorized at GEO plenary in Nov., 2007.
WA-08-P1 includes WA & WA 11

13. GEO Level Status WA-08-P1 : Integration of In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle Monitoring <for your reference only> (1/3)
Task Number
Integration of In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle Monitoring
WA-07-03
Current capabilities of water cycle observations are inadequate for monitoring long-term changes in the global water system and their feedback into the climate system. In addition, the lack and inaccessibility of crucial data is a major constraint on decision-making for sustainable development of water resources and improvement of water management practices. To address this gap, an integrative initiative is needed, involving different types of scientific- as well as applications-oriented efforts and initiatives (e.g. WCRP/GEWEX/CEOP). It would combine different types of satellite data relevant for water quantity measurements (precipitation, soil moisture, snow water equivalent, streamflow) with in-situ observations, and eventually model outputs, for improved accuracy and global coverage. In addition to filling gaps in measurement capability, the initiative should advocate the interoperability of observing systems and standardization of metadata in order to promote the sharing of data and telecommunication infrastructures.
The Hydrological Applications and Run-Off Network (HARON) Project is proposed as a means to accomplish the operational aspect of these goals, and ultimately provide the best comprehensive water cycle observational dataset possible to the science community, water resource managers, and other decision-makers.
Area
Water
Relevant Committee
STC/ADC/UIC 12

14. GEO Level Status WA-08-P1 : Integration of In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle Monitoring <for your reference only> (2/3)
Description of the Work to be Performed
The first phase of HERON will comprise the upgrading and sustained maintenance of a core network of 380 major global run-off stations which monitor continental freshwater fluxes into the world’s oceans forming part of the GTN-R network. (15 months)
The second phase will comprise the combination and phased integration of hydro-meteorological and other related in-situ components, such as water storage in lakes and reservoirs, groundwater, water quality, and soil moisture, with satellite observations. In addition, the observational requirements for coastal zone and ocean management will be assessed. One or more pilot projects will be established in a large basin to show the feasibility of integrated in-situ sites with satellite information. The development, dissemination, and application of dedicated HERON products for priority user sectors will be initiated. (15 months)
Finally, the third phase will consolidate the integration development process and application of user-oriented information products that make full use of the wealth of observations made accessible by HERON, within a modeling and forecasting framework. (24 months)
Furthermore, an implementation plan will be produced for a broad global water cycle data integration system combining water cycle in-situ, satellite data, and model prediction outputs. 13

15. Recommendation from WTF-CEOP TT
GEO Level Status WA-08-P1 : Integration of In-situ and Satellite Data for Water Cycle Monitoring <for your reference only> (3/3)
Output & Deliverables
Access to Earth observation tools for water resource management, especially in developing countries.
Global monitoring of the temporal and spatial variability of the freshwater resources.
Interoperability of observing systems.
Standardization of metadata for data sharing, and a broad global water cycle data integration system.
Hydrological forecasts in water resource-management.
Improved global water quality monitoring for drinking and recreation.
New/better satellite techniques for water storage determination.
Achieving an integrated approach to hydroclimatological monitoring activities that incorporates measurement of ground and surface water quantity and quality, and the application of new technology for measuring and managing surface water, groundwater, and water quality.
Recommendation from WTF-CEOP TT
To wait for the authorization of the task sheet. 14

16. GEO Level Status WA-07-01 : Global Water Quality Monitoring (1/2)
Description of the Work to be Performed
Many aspects of water quality monitoring and assessment, both in-situ and remotely sensed are severely deficient. Many countries lack the technical, institutional, and financial resources to conduct proper assessments using in-situ water quality monitoring methods for terrestrial sources and in the coastal ocean. Remote-sensed operational systems of global-scale freshwater quality are non-existent.
Operational observation systems need to be developed, and the resulting information systems should be made compatible and interoperable as part of the system of systems.
This Task is built on the outcomes of the water quality workshop in 2007 (GEO Inland and Coastal Water Quality workshop) and first pilot projects are being planned to begin in Asia as a result of the Asia Water Resource Management Capacity Building Workshop. 15

17. GEO Level Status WA-07-01 : Global Water Quality Monitoring (2/2)
Output & Deliverables
Nothing on the latest task sheet !
Current Status
Jul07: Steven Greb (IGWCO) has been participating in 2 NASA grants, examining lake and reservoir water quality using Landsat and MODIS.
Jul 07: Discussions are underway with Japan regarding a capacity building water quality proposal for Southeast Asia. Also, capacity building proposals for other regions, such as Africa and Latin America, are being considered.
TASK POC is IGWCO ! -> May be being pended also...
Recommendation from WTF-CEOP TT
To wait for the next update of the task sheet. 16

18. GEO Level Status : Summary
GEO Task No.
Title
WTF-CEOP TT recommendation
WA-06-05
In-situ Water Cycle Monitoring
To wait for the authorization of “WA-08-P1” Task and its task sheet
WA-07-01
Global Water Quality Monitoring
WA-07-02
Satellite Water Quantity Measurements and Integration with In-situ Data
To wait for the next update of the task sheet
Because…
WTF-CEOP TT does not have enough resources to take “positive actions” for participating GEO Tasks.
WTF-CEOP TT will close in the next year (see the next slide). 17

19. WTF- CEOP TT will be closed at
Project End Date
At WGISS-23, WTF-CEOP TT proposed to have its project-end date.
The “latest end date” is March 2009, due to budget limitation.
Current Plan
WTF- CEOP TT will be closed at
the WGISS-26 meeting. 18