Our Work

The co-creation and implementation of the ‘Pan-Arctic Observing System of Systems - pan-AOSS’ requires a well-integrated methodological framework. We have divided up the actions in Arctic PASSION into 10 interlinked work packages, each focusing on specific aspects to achieve the overall objective. These can be grouped into three interlinked pillars.

Pillar A
Core observing systems elements and Services

work packages 1 - 4

Represents the science and knowledge-based domain and comprises core observing system elements addressed. The focus is on the better integration, enhancement, and increased functionality of existing and new observing components. It is meant to ensure that the Pan-AOSS that can intelligently handle future challenges and provide data and information to address societal needs.

Pillar B
Societal, science policy & decision-making support

work packages 5 – 7

Represents the societal domain, covering aspects of societal needs and benefits, international scientific collaboration, and support of decision-making. It is meant to make the Pan-AOSS societally relevant.

Pillar C
Synthesis, integration, and outreach

work packages 8 and 9

Represents the implementation of the pan-AOSS through synthesis, integration, and outreach. It is meant to ensure that the broad range of outputs of Arctic PASSION are synthesized and the new knowledge is shared through multi-directional communication with all involved actors. It is meant to make the pan-AOSS more holistic, inclusive, and sustainable.

Pillar A

Core observing systems elements and Services
Work Package-1
Establishing an adaptive and more complete Arctic observing system
Work Package-2
Bringing the Arctic Data System to action


Work Package-3
Supporting a smart Arctic Observing System by model-based impact assessments
Work Package-4
Innovating user-driven Arctic EuroGEO Pilot Services

Pillar B

Societal, science policy and decision-making support
Work Package-5
Assessing Societal Benefits and Economic Impacts
Work Package-6
International Cooperation and Clustering for essential Arctic Integration
Work Package-7
Supporting coherent Policy and decision-making

Pillar C

Synthesis, integration, and outreach
Work Package-8
Co-developing an integrated and sustainable pan-AOSS
Work Package-9
Connecting the pan-AOSS with society through communication, dissemination, and engagement
Work Package-10
Project Coordination and Management