ESSL initial Action Plan (as of 2002/2003)


Step

Description

Started

Duration

Finished

1

Determine an ESSL scientific core group to form a critical mass.

11/2002

3 months

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2

Core group decides on first projects and funding options during preparatory meetings.

2003

1 year

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3

Apply for funding at EU, national governments, insurance industry.

2003

2 years

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4

Set up a web-based ESSL (essl.org) for communication, cooperation, and dissemination of results.

11/2002

3 months

01/2003

5

Document progress in workshops and reports to public and sponsors.

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as required

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6

Decide upon location for permanent ESSL facilities.

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1 year

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7

Apply for funding of permanent facilities, determine conditions of exchange and use of observational data and model forecast products with other research organizations.

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1 year

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8

Start ESSL operations with a small initial staff and with manageable research tasks.

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2 years

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9

After accomplishing Step 8, start sustainable long-term evolution and expansion of the ESSL by broadening the scope and complexity of its tasks.

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continuous

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10

Introduce and export technology and European-manufactured software and systems for storms hazards warning and mitigation on the European and international marketplace.

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when applicable

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