Aemet Head Resigns After Turbulent Two Years
The Spanish Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has changed its leadership. María José Rallo resigned. Hugo Morán is now the president of the agency.
The change comes after protests from Aemet staff. The Spanish government is reorganizing the agency. María José Rallo was the president for two years. Hugo Morán, the Secretary of State for the Environment, is now leading Aemet. The government is separating the work of the agency from its executive functions.
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Highlights
Aemet Restructuring Following Protests
The Spanish government is reorganizing Aemet due to staff protests.
María José Rallo Resigns
María José Rallo left her position for personal reasons.
Hugo Morán Becomes President
Hugo Morán is now the president of the Aemet agency.
Restructuring Overseen by Ministry
The restructuring of Aemet is overseen by the Ministry for Ecological Transition.
Two Years of Extreme Weather
María José Rallo’s resignation follows two years of extreme weather events.