Implementing Data Mesh

Chapter 3. Our Case Study: Climate Quantum Inc.

In this chapter, we will introduce our case study—Climate Quantum Inc.—where we will apply Data Mesh capabilities to an important and pressing need: climate change.

But first some background.

Climate change permeates every aspect of our global society. According to the United Nations, “Since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.” The article continues:

Climate change can affect our health, ability to grow food, housing, safety and work. Some of us are already more vulnerable to climate impacts, such as people living in small island nations and other developing countries. Conditions like sea-level rise and saltwater intrusion have advanced to the point where whole communities have had to relocate, and protracted droughts are putting people at risk of famine. In the future, the number of people displaced by weather-related events is expected to rise.

As businesses grapple with the implications of climate change, they find themselves confronting a new frontier: the complex and constantly changing world of climate data. While the data holds invaluable insights, navigating its intricacies poses significant challenges.

First, climate data is an ever-evolving landscape. Climate data isn’t static; it constantly morphs, influenced by countless variables ranging from anthropogenic activities to natural phenomena. Pinpointing the relevant ...