G6.07

G6.07   Different data policies in different networks harm the use of complementary data from different networks

Gap Detailed Description

Networks have grown bottom-up and each one has established its own data policy. The consequence hereof is that portals providing access to data from several networks, or users who combine data from different networks in a study or application, must deal with different data policies. This makes the combined use of complementary data quite tedious.

Activities within GAIA-CLIM related to this gap

None.

Gap Remedy / Remedies

Specific remedy proposed

·     Propose a harmonised data policy to NDACC, TCCON, GRUAN and ACTRIS networks as a starting point.

·        Propose the harmonisation of data policies to ENVRI+

Measurable outcome of success:          

The adoption of a single harmonised data policy is put on the agenda of ENVRI+. Adaptation of different data policies to a single one for networks dealing with the atmospheric environment.

Indicative cost estimate:                      

Almost non.

Relevance:                                          

Facilitates the data access in data portals and for data users – stimulating the (combined) use of complementary data from different networks, hence a more beneficial use of the networks data.

Time bounds:                                     

Mid-term.

Gap Risks to Non-Resolution

Identified future risk / impact

Probability of occurrence if gap not remedied

Downstream impacts on ability to deliver high quality services to science / industry / society

 

-        Network data less well used, i.e., a loss of benefit versus cost

-        Users do not comply with individual data policies e.g., in publications

 High