한국기상산업기술원-기상

The Korea Meteorological Institute (KMI), known in Korean as the Korea Meteorological Industry Promotion Agency, is a public institution dedicated to advancing the meteorological industry and encouraging the use and distribution of weather information. It supports businesses at different stages, from startup and growth assistance to technology transfer, commercialization, and help applying weather and climate data. Its programs also promote weather management and overseas expansion, including international development cooperation and access to overseas company and market information.

KMI contributes to meteorological research and development, conducts policy research and industry surveys, and provides statistical resources. Its services include weather information provision, operation of the national meteorological observation network, and initiatives involving climate and weather big data. The institute also supports workforce development through professional training, meteorological licensing courses, and specialist graduate programs in climate-data analysis. In addition, it works on standards, type approval, and inspection of meteorological and seismic instruments. Through these activities, KMI connects public-sector expertise with industry needs, helping strengthen meteorological technology, business capabilities, and practical data use.