BimTube Podcast

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In this BimTube Podcast, we speak to Peter Kohler about data visualisation, mapping, and wider data science techniques, such as artificial intelligence (AI), that are building insights to help develop and implement strategies to combat marine litter.

Peter Kohler BSc (Hons)
Senior Marine Litter Scientist, Cefas
CEO & Co-Founder, The Plastic Tide

Peter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-kohler-theplastictide

As the founder of The Plastic Tide, a CIO Charity, Peter works with a dedicated team of professionals and scientists who strive for a cleaner ocean for humanity. The Plastic Tide's mission is to reveal and relieve an ocean under siege from marine litter and plastics, bringing the damage this siege has on all life on this planet to the fore, informing and monitoring solutions to it.

Their cutting-edge and cross-discipline use of tech, science, drones, and citizen science gives them the unique ability to reveal the extent of the problem and inform solutions. The scalable, cost-effective power of their drone imagery and autonomous machine learning allows them to build a picture of marine litter and plastics on an unprecedented scale. This information provides scientists, politicians, campaigners, beach cleaners, and classrooms with the knowledge to help better clean all our beaches today, but also to inform the actions needed to reduce it for tomorrow.

The Plastic Tide wants to deliver an open-source platform to provide humanity, for the first time, with the knowledge needed to focus the fight against marine litter and plastics!

Independent of his work as CEO and Founder of The Plastic Tide, Peter works in an innovative team in Cefas's world-leading Marine Sciences department. Here, he analyses the full spectrum of the marine litter challenge from land to sea, from design to education. He works with governments and a full spectrum of stakeholders, within cultures and countries, to build and assist in implementing lasting national strategies to help enable change where it is needed most to combat marine litter.

About Cefas
The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) is an executive agency of the United Kingdom government Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). It carries out a wide range of research, advisory, consultancy, monitoring, and training activities for a large number of customers around the world.

Peter's suggested list:
Ocean Conservancy - https://oceanconservancy.org/
Marine Conservation Society - https://www.mcsuk.org/
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) - https://www.unep.org/
UNEP Report: https://www.unep.org/resources/

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In the latest episode of the BimTube Podcast, Sam Roberts, a geospatial expert, discusses his 16-year experience in underground surveying. He stresses the importance of accurate underground data for safety and efficiency, given the hidden assets like pipes and cables. Errors can result in safety risks and costly delays. Sam introduces "digital twins," 3D models that help in data accuracy and planning. The podcast highlights two key points: the need for quality underground data and the importance of quality assurance.

Takeaways:

• Quality underground data is vital for safety and efficiency.
• Digital twins improve data accuracy.
• Quality assurance is key in underground mapping.

About Sam Roberts:
Sam is a Director at Met Consultancy Group. His expertise spans geospatial, heritage, and environmental sectors. He excels in operations, project management, and business development. Sam is skilled in strategic planning and technical consulting. His attention to detail and industry knowledge contribute to his success. He is passionate about geoscience and environmental challenges.

Relevant Links:

• Sam's LinkedIn
• Met Consultancy Group
• PAS 128
• The Survey Association
• PUMA
• National Underground Asset Register
• The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors
• The Geological Society of London
• Jimmy Adcock, Geophysicists
• Time Team Digital
• CAT and GENI Surveying

Hashtags: #bimtubepodcast, #geospatial, #undergroundsurveying, #mapping, #digitaltwins, #safety, #efficiency, #qualityassurance, #dataaccuracy, #infrastructureplanning, #geoscience.

BimTube's Mission

We want to build everyone’s digital knowledge with content and conversations to inspire and instigate 'Better Information Management' to enable - better decisions, better infrastructure, better services and better outcomes for our social, economic and environmental infrastructure.

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In this podcast, we speak with Dr. Tina Thomson, Global Head of Research and International Catastrophe Analytics at Gallagher Re, from Gallagher Re, a reinsurance broker.
The topics discussed relate to better information management, focusing on digital data and decision-making in the context of catastrophe modeling. Tina elaborates on her role and career progression, emphasizing her work in catastrophe modeling which involves assessing and mitigating risks from natural disasters (like earthquakes, floods, hurricanes) and man-made catastrophes (like cyber-attacks and terrorism).
Key Points Discussed:
- Introduction to Gallagher Re and Dr. Thomson's Role: Tina works in catastrophe analytics and leads the international team, covering Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. She also heads the Gallagher Research Centre, linking academic research with industry needs.
- Data Quality and Management: The importance of data quality and metadata in catastrophe modeling. Tina explains how data is collected, audited, and used in risk assessment and decision-making.
- Emerging Risks and Technologies: Discussion on evolving risks like cyber threats and geopolitical instability. Tina also touches on advancements in AI, data processing, and the role of climate modeling in understanding and predicting future risks.
- Parametric Insurance: Explains the concept of parametric insurance, where predefined triggers lead to payouts, primarily used in regions without established insurance frameworks.
- Future Trends: The podcast wraps up with Tina discussing the future of catastrophe modeling and insurance, highlighting the importance of continuous research, data insights, and adapting to new types of risks.
References:
Gallagher Re: https://www.ajg.com/
Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group, RGS:
https://www.rgs.org/professionals/professional-practice-groups/disaster-risk-management-ppg
Oasis Loss Modeling Framework: https://oasislmf.org/
Lloyd's of London: https://www.lloyds.com/
World Bank: https://www.worldbank.org/
Royal Geographical Society: https://www.rgs.org/
Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Society: https://www.rspsoc.org.uk/
#CatastropheModeling #Insurance #Reinsurance #DataQuality #DigitalData #RiskAssessment #AI #ClimateModeling #CyberRisk #ParametricInsurance

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In the latest BimTube podcast episode, we converse with Dr. Steven Steer, an expert in data governance with two decades of expertise. Dr. Steer has a comprehensive background in the energy sector, having served in roles such as data scientist, data engineer, and governance specialist at leading entities, notably Ofgem, the UK's energy regulator. He champions the use of data to enhance decisions and foster innovation.

Episode Highlights:

• The necessity of data governance for data security, precision, and dependability.
• Acquiring support for governance initiatives can be intricate due to the shift it demands in thinking.
• Demonstrating the significance of data governance to stakeholders can be facilitated using use cases.
• Multiple data set varieties must be assessed for a robust data governance structure.
  For a deeper dive into the topic, tune into the BIMTube podcast.

About Dr. Steven Steer:
With a myriad of roles under his belt, Dr. Steer's contributions are manifold. His independent platform, https://economic-architecture.notion....., melds his expertise in data, policy, and digital engineering. He has been pivotal in large-scale projects like the UK's standard for open data, the "Modernising Energy Data" programme, and the UK Energy Digitalisation Taskforce's governance solution. Dr. Steer’s accomplishments also touch on the technical front, aiding the UK's energy digitalisation strategy. His academic foundation in energy economics and nuclear physics is reflected in over 70 scholarly articles. He is recognized as a chartered physicist.

Connect with Steven: LinkedIn

References:

• Helm Report
• Ofgem
• Data Best Practice & Digitalisation Strategy
• Common Information Model & Development Statement
• Icebreaker One
• Energy Data Taskforce
• Energy Digitalisation Taskforce
• EconTalk podcast
• Linked data
• National Underground Asset Register
• Energy Systems Catapult - EDTF
• Energy Systems Catapult - EDiT
• The Data Spectrum, ODI

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Tags: #BimTubePodcast, #StevenSteer, #DataGovernance, #DataSecurity, #EnergySector, #Ofgem, #EnergyDigitalisation, #CharteredPh

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In this episode of the BimTube Podcast we speak with Iain Miskimmin. He discusses the importance of linking data and digital initiatives in the built environment - such as 'BIM' and Digital Twins - with clarity of purpose and value. Iain has been instrumental in education, upskilling and training - both in the UK and Globally - in Digital Engineering, the opportunities and challenges around this are discussed.
About Ian
Iain Miskimmin has been part of the Infrastructure Industry for almost 25 years. Running the highly successful Academy for 8 years delivering digital knowledge exchange and advice to over 10 thousand people world-wide.
A BIM/ Digital advisor and enthusiast, he has been involved in delivering many of the standards, initiatives and education programmes helping governments, major projects, organisations, and institutes across the globe.
Some of his thought leadership has covered Information Requirements, for business, policy, finance, insurance, and project delivery.
Iain in LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iain-misk...
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Main resources discussed in this podcast:
Sunbelt Rentals - YouTube Playlist on Building Information Modelling (BIM):
• Sunbelt Rentals B...
COMIT (Construction, Operations & Maintenance Innovation through Technology):
• COMIT home page - https://www.comit.org.uk/
• BIM - https://www.comit.org.uk/about-bim
• https://www.comit.org.uk/

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BimTube's Mission: "We want to build everyone’s digital knowledge with content and conversations to inspire and instigate 'Better Information Management' to enable - better decisions, better infrastructure, better services and better outcomes for our social, economic and environmental infrastructure."

• Visit the BimTube Podcast page: https://www.bim.tube
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