During her address on the occasion of World Meteorological Day 2026, Celeste Saulo, Secretary General of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the first woman to hold this position, delivered a message that captures both urgency and responsibility: “Because when we observe today, we don’t just predict the weather, we protect tomorrow. Tomorrow’s people. Tomorrow’s planet.” This statement reflects the essence of this year’s theme, “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow.” It underscores the critical role of global Earth observation systems, satellites, radars, ocean buoys, and ground stations in shaping accurate forecasts, strengthening climate monitoring, and enabling early warning systems that safeguard lives and livelihoods worldwide. But beyond the systems and science, it also raises a critical question: who is driving these systems, and who is ensuring they reach those who need them most? Increasingly, the answer includes women. A World under Pressure and Women Responding at the Frontlines The urgency of…
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