Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 63
63
Acknowledged
Prioritise enhancing scientists' access to advanced autonomous and remote sensing technologies.
Recommendation
Recognising the evolving landscape of Antarctic science and the growing significance of advanced technologies, we recommend that the Government prioritise enhancing scientists’ access to cutting-edge tools such as autonomous vehicles, sensors, and robotic data collection systems. The expanded use of these technologies will facilitate more efficient and comprehensive data collection in remote regions, thereby supporting more robust and timely scientific research in Antarctica. The Natural Environment Research Council should increase investment in remote sensing platforms and autonomous systems to broaden research capabilities, with a particular focus on climate change and ecosystem monitoring. (Recommendation, Paragraph 270)
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the recommendation to prioritise enhancing scientists' access to advanced technologies and for NERC to increase investment in remote sensing and autonomous systems, but offers no specific plans or funding commitments.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
. The Government accepts this recommendation.