Overview
The overarching mission of the Department of Energy's (DOE) Meteorological Coordinating Council (DMCC) is to effectively coordinate meteorological programs at all DOE / National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) sites to avoid duplication of effort and to maximize procurement and operational frugality.
The DMCC objectives are:
- Promote cost-effective support for all DOE/NNSA facilities
- Facilitate the use of common methods, procedures, and standards
- Plan for future needs, requirements, and missions
- Advocate awareness of atmospheric science applications and benefits to DOE
The DMCC accomplishes its objectives by using the following methods:
- Encourage interchange of technical information between DOE/NNSA offices
- Foster the development of atmospheric monitoring equipment and systems
- Acquire and disseminate atmospheric data products to meet ES&H needs and requirements
- Promote consistency of monitoring and assessment products and services
- Interface with appropriate agencies, academics, and professional organizations
- Make recommendations on equipment procurements, replacements, and modifications to benefit DOE/NNSA operations
- Provide consultation and technical assistance to foster cooperation and research among the DOE/NNSA meteorological programs
The DMCC core group consists of representatives from several DOE/NNSA organizations and from many DOE/NNSA sites. Walt Schalk (Nevada Test Site) is the DMCC Chairman.