some may be interested (if they are in sydney)
Space Weather Users Workshop
Space Weather Services, Australian Bureau of Meteorology (formerly IPS Radio and Space Services) is holding its inaugural Space Weather Users Workshop.
When
3 December 2015, 8:45am - 5:00pm
Where
300 Elizabeth St Sydney, Level 15 (Bureau's NSW Offices)
Cost
Free (lunch and refreshments provided)
Registration closes
31 August 2015
registration full website
Effects
Space weather impacts a variety of technological systems and infrastructure that are essential for our daily activities including:
power and energy supply
precision navigation and timing systems
aviation and transport
satellites and communications
Summary
This one-day workshop will provide an opportunity to hear from expert speakers, owners and operators of susceptible technological systems, and other users of space weather services.
The workshop will also provide the opportunity to tour the Australian Space Forecast Centre, learn more about the Bureau's space weather services, and to provide feedback on existing and future services.
Enquiries
Enquiries can made at +61 2 9213 8000 or sws_workshop@bom.gov.au.
Some subsidised accommodation will be available for those travelling from outside the Sydney area. Further information on accommodation and travel will be provided in the near future.