Tropical Ocean and Global Atmosphere Programme (TOGA)
Programme scientifique sur l'océan tropical et l'atmosphère globale
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Founded
1985-01-01
History
1 Jan 1985, as a 10-year, large-scale scientific experiment within F-XF9983 - World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) of B-XB3556 - World Meteorological Organization (WMO), H-XA1752 - International Council for Science (ICSU) and, since 1993, E-XE1118 - Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC). Officially completed 31 Dec 1994; follow-up conference 2-7 Apr 1995, Melbourne (Australia).
Aims
Develop scientific understanding and predictions of large-scale atmospheric and tropical oceanic variations, such as the 'El Nino' phenomenon; foster close cooperation between oceanographers and meteorologists; advance understanding of the adjustment and interaction of the oceans and the atmosphere.
Events
25 past events available with paid subscription only.Activities
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Inter-governmental TOGA Board. Detailed scientific planning is responsibility of JSC TOGA Scientific Steering Group (meeting annually), formed by 'Joint WMO/ICSU/IOC Scientific Committee (JSC)'.
Publications
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UIA Org ID
XF7115
Last News
1994
** UN SDGs are linked to the subject classification.
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