UAE's Leading Role in Cloud Seeding: Revolutionary Advances at the International Rain Enhancement Forum

The UAE emerges as a global leader in cloud seeding, showcased at the International Rain Enhancement Forum. Director Luca Delle Monache highlighted technological advancements, especially drones' pivotal role. His award-winning research, nearing completion, underscores the UAE's innovative efforts in enhancing rainfall efficiency and precision.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-01-2025 09:48 IST | Created: 30-01-2025 09:48 IST
UAE's Leading Role in Cloud Seeding: Revolutionary Advances at the International Rain Enhancement Forum
Luca Delle Monache, Director of Research at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (Photo/WAM) . Image Credit: ANI
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In a demonstration of its pioneering status, the UAE has been recognized for its global leadership in cloud-seeding technology during the International Rain Enhancement Forum held in Abu Dhabi. Luca Delle Monache, a leading researcher from the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes, praised the UAE's advanced efforts in this field.

Delle Monache emphasized the transformative potential of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) highlighted during the event. He pointed out that these drones could significantly enhance the efficiency and precision of cloud-seeding operations compared to traditional methods.

Further, he discussed his research project, which has gained acclaim by winning an award in the fourth cycle of the UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science. As it enters its concluding phase, the project is expected to wrap up by August, marking another milestone in innovative rain enhancement strategies.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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