Dr. G. Srinivasan

Dr. Srinivasan has extensive experience working with globally recognized organizations such as the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Asian Development Bank (ADB), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and National Meteorological Services in South Asia and Africa. His efforts have significantly impacted the creation and implementation of climate adaptation plans and risk management strategies at both national and regional levels. He has been instrumental in the operationalization of Global and National Frameworks for Climate Services (GFCS & NFCS) in South Asia and has contributed to capacity-building initiatives that have enhanced the ability of governments to make climate-informed decisions.
In India, he has spearheaded the development of agricultural decision support systems (DSS) that incorporate seasonal and sub-seasonal forecasts for smallholder farmers in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha, helping them adapt to climate variability and enhance productivity. His initiatives have facilitated the integration of climate risk assessments into policy frameworks for disaster resilience, especially in Odisha and Tamil Nadu. In Myanmar and Bangladesh, Dr. Srinivasan led efforts to modernize meteorological and hydrological services, enhancing weather-based agro-advisories, flood forecasting, and urban resilience planning. His expertise has also contributed to the development of climate risk projections for adaptation planning in Madagascar and the Maldives, influencing national climate adaptation policies and financing strategies.

Dr. Srini is a:
• Fellow of the Indian Meteorological Society (IMS)
• Member of the ASEANCOF Working Group & WMO Task Team on ENSO Information
• Contributing Author & Government Reviewer for IPCC Assessment Reports
• Former Chair of the WMO Task Team on Guide to Climatological Practices

Key Areas of Focus:
• Adaptation to Climate Change & Risk Management
• Early Warning Systems (EWS) for Hydro-meteorological Threats
• Seasonal and Sub-seasonal Climate Forecasting (S2S)
• Planning for Climate Adaptation & Assessment of Climate Risk and Vulnerability (CRVA)
• Global & National Frameworks for Climate Services (GFCS & NFCS)
• Weather Dynamics & Innovative Climate Solutions for User Sectors
• AI-powered Decision Support Systems (DSS)
• Capacity Building & Engagement with Stakeholders

Dr. Srini has a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi, India and written numerous peer-reviewed research articles and reports on climate risk management, climate change adaptation, and the use of seasonal forecasts in agriculture and disaster readiness.