Networking Lake Observatories in Europe

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1 Networking Lake Observatories in Europe Eleanor Jennings Chair of Action ES 1201

2 (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) Europe s longest-running framework for cooperation in science and technology. Implementing scientific networking projects for over 40 years. Funds cooperative scientific projects called ' Actions'. Gives opportunity to embark on bottom-up, multidisciplinary and collaborative networks. Domains

3 (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) Europe s longest-running framework for cooperation in science and technology. Implementing scientific networking projects for over 40 years. Funds cooperative scientific projects called ' Actions'. Gives opportunity to embark upon bottom-up, multidisciplinary and collaborative networks. Domains

4 Why lake observatories? Examples of services Water supply Lakes provide many services for the human population. But are vulnerable to a wide range of stressors. Examples of environmental stressors Water abstraction Tourism, fishing Subject to stringent regulation. Nutrient enrichment Aesthetic & cultural Water Framework Directive. Climate change

5 History of lake monitoring Until recently monitoring relied solely on discrete samples, later analysed in the laboratory. Typically provide weekly to monthly resolution. Now possible to monitor many parameters automatically at high frequency using sensorson in-situ platforms or buoys. Provide web-based access to data. Feegh Ireland Llyn Tegid Wales

6 Monitoring platforms Typical monitoring station will have: Weather station Chain of temperature sensors Dissolved oxygen ph Turbidity Chlorophyll fluorescence All every 2-5 minutes.

7 Monitoring platforms Typical monitoring station will have: Weather station Chain of temperature sensors Dissolved oxygen ph Turbidity Chlorophyll fluorescence All every 2-5 minutes. Provide new insights into processes that drive change. Water temperature o C /04 08/05 08/06 08/07 08/08 08/09 08/10 08/11 08/12 0m 6m 9m 12m 14m 16m 18m 20m 25m 30m 40m 43m

8 History of Early monitoring stations established in EU projects EU framework projects REFLECT ( ) CLIME ( ) Map: Copyright European Commission

9 Strong links to GLEON GLEON a global network of lake ecological observatories established in 2005 ( GLEON members

10 Identified barriers to networking in Europe A lack of information on the work at individual sites. A lack of standardisation in procedures and data processing. The lack of any platform for stakeholders to compare experiences and interact in Europe. Communication gaps between researchers and other endusers.

11 Action participants Who? kick-off October 2012; first science meeting January counties Near-neighbour: Albania EU: JRC, Ispra countries sign up to MOU

12 Non- participants Who? USA Global networking Justin Brookes University of Adelaide Australia New Zealand Kathie Weathers Cary Institute David Hamilton University of Waikato

13 Action participants willing to share. Who? Includes those with a wealth of experience in high frequency monitoring and interpretation of data and those new to this type of monitoring. Willing to share this expertise.

14 Overarching aim of The overarching aim of is to build a network of sites and individualsthat will support the development and deployment of sensor-based systems in lakes and reservoirs and promote the use of these systems to address both current and future water quality issues in Europe.

15 has five target groups Water managers Scientists European citizens Policy makers Small medium enterprises

16 has five target groups Water managers Key aim is to bridge communication gaps Scientists European citizens Policy makers Small medium enterprises

17 time line Kick-off Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase MC meeting * * * * * * * * WG meetings * *** * * * * * * Training schools 1 2, 3 4 Citizen science * * * * Meta-database * Final symposium *

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20 structure Research directions: Five Working Groups: Two focused on data/tools. Two focused on people. One focused on communications. Networking is at the core of MC includes representatives from five sectors.

21 WG 1 -Data management WG 3 -Citizen science WG 2 -Data analysis and tools WG 4 Management and policy

22 working groups Management Committee Core Group WG1 WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination Working groups WG 1: Data acquisition and management WG 2: Developing a toolbox of data analysis and modelling tools WG 3: Developing a citizen science initiative WG 4: Informing policy and management using lake sensor data WG 5: Dissemination of outputs

23 Working group 1: data management and acquisition Deliverables Leaders: Alo Laas, Don Pierson Elvira de Eyto A meta-database on high resolution lake monitoring sites. Standard operating procedures and monitoring protocols. Data handling and QA/QC methodologies specific for these large datasets.

24 Working group 1: data management and acquisition WG 1 Erken2013 Testing and will start populating in 2014

25 Working group 1: data management and acquisition First Training School Erken Biological Station Sweden June 2014

26 working groups Management Committee Core Group WG1 WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination Working groups WG 1: Data acquisition and management WG 2: Developing a toolbox of data analysis and modelling tools WG 3: Developing a citizen science initiative WG 4: Informing policy and management using lake sensor data WG 5: Dissemination of outputs

27 Working group 2: data analysis and handling Deliverables Working group leaders: Stephen Maberly, Peter Staehr Collate and develop computer tools for managers and scientists to derive a series of lake attributes. Peer reviewed paper on the use of lake metabolism data in the management of lakes. Educational material for use by citizen science groups and educators.

28 Short-term Scientific Missions

29 Working group 2: data analysis and handling IestynWoolway(UK) hosted by David Hamilton, University of Waikato, New Zealand. Calculating components of lake surface energy budget into a Graphical User Interface and web based tool. Builds on the Lake Analyzertool previously developed by the group and colleagues in GLEON MikkelAndersen (Denmark) hosted by Stephen Maberlyand Ian Jones, CEH, UK. Combine research in whole-lake metabolism with research in physical limnology. RosanaAguilera, Catalan Institute for Water Research, Gironahosted by IGB, Berlin (DE), to work with Rita Adrian and David Livingstone. Coherence in lake temperature data using state-of-the art time series analysis

30 working groups Management Committee Core Group WG1 WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination Working groups WG 1: Data acquisition and management WG 2: Developing a toolbox of data analysis and modelling tools WG 3: Developing a citizen science initiative WG 4: Informing policy and management using lake sensor data WG 5: Dissemination of outputs

31 Working group 3: citizen science Lisette de Senorpont Domis, Stefan Bertilsson, Giovanna Flaim Assessing bathing water quality Netherlands Engaging coastal communities in the Baltic Schools project Ireland Engaging with local community and farmers at Loweswater

32 Working group 3: citizen science Deliverables Schools based citizen science project. Citizen recorder project. Collated educational materials.

33 Working group 3: citizen science Water Pals pilot project

34 Working group 3: citizen science Water Pals pilot project

35 Working group 3: citizen science Public Outreach Lake Balaton women s group

36 working groups Management Committee Core Group WG1 WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination Working groups WG 1: Data acquisition and management WG 2: Developing a toolbox of data analysis and modelling tools WG 3: Developing a citizen science initiative WG 4: Informing policy and management using lake sensor data WG 5: Dissemination of outputs

37 Working group 4: policy and management Rafa Marce, Glen George Deliverables Discussion forum on new developments in technology and management requirements. Report and peer-reviewed publication on the use of in situ sensor data to support the WFD. Set of Case Studies that demonstrate how lake buoys can support management.

38 Working group 4: policy and management Netherlands 14/15 October 18 scientists 18 managers Range of management areas. Establish links Identify current applications Suggest future applications

39 Working group 4: policy and management New links Sardinia Ente acque della Sardegna Have instrumented buoys on 18 reservoirs

40 working groups Management Committee Core Group WG1 WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination Working groups WG 1: Data acquisition and management WG 2: Developing a toolbox of data analysis and modelling tools WG 3: Developing a citizen science initiative WG 4: Informing policy and management using lake sensor data WG 5: Dissemination of outputs

41 Working Group 5: Dissemination of outputs Deliverables Action dissemination plan. Action website. Management committee WG1 Steering Group WG2 WG3 WG4 WG5 dissemination End-users

42 Working Group 5: Dissemination of outputs What? Who? How? Meta-database SOPs and QA/QC methods Data analysis tools Case studies Citizen science project Educational materials Water managers Scientists European citizens Action website Workshops, Training Schools,Action website,action symposium Workshops, Training Schools,Action website, publications,action symposium Workshops, Action website, Action symposium Citizen scientist Training Schools, Network, Action website Citizen scientist Training Schools, Network, Action website Website Policy makers SMEs www

43 Career stage and gender diversity Diversity Early Stage Researchers 50% female, 50% male gender balance Male 58% Female 42%

44 2014 and beyond Diversity Future Kick-off Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase MC meeting * * * * * * * * WG meetings * ** * * * * * * * Training schools 1 2, 3 4 Citizen science * * * * Meta-database * Final symposium *

45 2014 and beyond Diversity Future 2014 Training School: grants to 20 trainees selected through application call eight STSMs including coordinated STSMs focusing on case studies suggested by WG4 management and policy: Call on Expansion of MC are countries not yet involved. Non- counties may also apply to join (non-funded). Possibility of drawing down funding for Reciprocal STSMs by S. Africa and Argentina. Individuals can become members and attend meetings nonfunded. Key WG members can also be funded on occasion. Contact:

46 Thank You