Hugo Morán

Hugo Morán has been appointed as the new president of the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (Aemet), the Spanish Meteorological Agency. This appointment follows the departure of the previous president, María José Rallo del Olmo, who reportedly requested to step down for personal reasons. The change in leadership is part of a broader restructuring of Aemet by the Spanish government. This reorganization comes after Aemet staff protested about staff shortages and threatened a strike, although the strike was ultimately averted. Morán's appointment is significant because Aemet's role is becoming increasingly important due to the escalating climate crisis and the growing frequency of extreme weather events. His leadership will be crucial in navigating these challenges and ensuring Aemet's effectiveness in providing meteorological services.