What we do

What we do

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What we do

Turning forecast research into practical applications

SAGE is dedicated to enhancing the real-world impact of sub-seasonal to seasonal forecasts by improving their usability, reliability, and accessibility.

Interdisciplinary collaboration for decision-making

By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between scientists, forecasters, and decision-makers, SAGE translates cutting-edge research into practical applications that support climate-sensitive sectors.

Real-world impact Usability, reliability, and accessibility

SAGE focuses on making forecast information more usable for practical planning, response, and decision-making contexts.

Work areas

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Bridge science and decision-making

SAGE engages with key stakeholders in agriculture, health, energy, and disaster risk reduction to bridge the gap between science and decision-making.

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Improve forecast skill and uncertainty quantification

SAGE works to improve forecast skill and uncertainty quantification, ensuring that users can make informed choices with confidence.

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Develop user-focused tools and guidance

SAGE develops user-focused tools and guidance, enabling effective integration of S2S forecasts into planning and response strategies.

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Strengthen capacity-building efforts

SAGE strengthens capacity-building efforts, equipping professionals with the knowledge and resources needed to leverage S2S forecasts effectively.

How the work is organised

Steering Group, wider community, and Task Teams

The overall work of SAGE is delivered by activities led by the Steering Group and through engagement with the wider community. Task Teams support the Steering Group and connect project activities with research, users, and application needs.

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Applications Task Teams

Applications Task Teams coordinate SAGE activities within priority applications, including developing collaborations with users and organising sector reviews and surveys.

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Predictability Task Team

The Predictability Task Team coordinates work on forecast skill and uncertainty and works with Applications Task Teams on methods for incorporating forecast information into decision-making.

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Regular reporting and shared learning

Task Teams report regularly to the Steering Group so that activities can learn from each other during the project.

Task Teams

Dedicated Task Teams

SAGE operates through dedicated Task Teams that engage with stakeholders to co-develop solutions and foster innovation. The main task teams include Agriculture, Health, Disaster Risk Reduction, Energy, and Predictability.

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