Pune, India: Forecastro,
a pioneering climate tech startup based in Pune, proudly announces the launch
of WeatherWise- an IoT/AI-boosted Automatic
Weather Station (AWS). This patent-pending and exclusively Made in India
product harnesses the power of IoT, Machine Learning (ML), and Artificial
Intelligence (AI) to deliver precise weather data collection. WeatherWise
offers an extensive suite of measurements, including UV radiation, humidity,
and climate change predictions, to help the government and businesses monitor
and mitigate the impacts of climate change. This innovative solution aims to
fight the extreme climate crisis with advanced technology and early warning
systems.
Climate change poses significant challenges to the
world’s natural environment, economy, and society. With increasing frequency
and intensity, heatwaves, floods, erratic monsoons, and declining groundwater
reserves are wreaking havoc across the country. Floods alone have cost India USD 26.3 billion, accounting for
approximately 0.5% of its GDP. Studies highlight the devastating economic and social costs of climate-related
damages, projecting potential losses of USD 35 trillion over the next 50 years
if climate inaction continues, with severe impacts on the health and
agriculture sectors.
WeatherWise is the culmination of over a decade of
dedicated research by Forecastro’s founding team members, Somnath Varpe and
Kiran Todekar. Varpe, with over six years of experience in embedded systems and
microcontrollers, has previously worked on sophisticated systems such as
telemetry and meteorological instruments for the DRDO Meteorology division of
the Government of India. Todekar, a Data Scientist with a robust background in
Machine Learning algorithms, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, and Image
Processing, has served as a researcher at the Indian Institute of Tropical
Meteorology.
“WeatherWise is a game-changer in the realm of weather
monitoring and climate change mitigation,” said Somnath Varpe, co-founder of
Forecastro. “We aim to provide accurate and reliable weather data that can
empower authorities to make informed decisions, ultimately safeguarding
communities and reducing economic losses.”
Kiran Todekar added, “By integrating advanced
technologies like IoT, ML, and AI, WeatherWise not only enhances weather data
accuracy but also enables predictive insights crucial for proactive disaster
management.”
Forecastro has established collaborations with key
stakeholders to expand the reach and impact of WeatherWise. The company's
dedication to innovation and sustainability fuels its mission to contribute
significantly to a more resilient and climate-conscious global future.
For more information, visit www.forecastro.com.
About Forecastro:
Forecastro is a climate tech startup utilizing cutting-edge technologies to
provide accurate, actionable weather data. Our solutions are designed to
mitigate climate change impacts and enhance environmental resilience,
addressing critical global challenges.