Yigitalp KARA

Polar Meteorological Consultancy and Engineering | Plan Your Future with Reliable, Innovative, and Sustainable Solutions

• Providing comprehensive meteorological services in Turkey and internationally
• Delivering accurate, reliable, and timely meteorological data and software solutions
• Supporting businesses, government institutions, and other stakeholders in effective operational decision-making
• Offering precise weather forecasting using advanced analytics and cutting-edge data processing methods
• Conducting regional climate change analysis and adaptation consultancy
• Developing day-ahead energy market forecasts using hybrid numerical models and AI
• Offering air pollution monitoring and environmental control services
• Designing automated meteorological forecasting systems for aviation
• Providing agrometeorological support and insurance consultancy for the agricultural sector
• Engaging in disaster risk reduction strategy development
• Leading training programs, academic collaborations, and R&D projects

I am currently working as a Research Assistant at the Department of Meteorological Engineering, Samsun University. In this role, I have supported both academic and administrative operations within the department. I contributed to the instruction and coordination of the following courses:

• MM103 Computer Programming I
• MM104 Computer Programming II
• MM205 Geographic Information Systems
• MMS423 New Generation Programming Languages
• MM202 Computer Applications in Meteorology

In addition, I have actively assisted with the department’s administrative and operational tasks. My academic interests include programming, data analysis, geographic information systems, and meteorological modeling.

Hyper-Local Weather Intelligence and Climate Adaptation.

• Developing a comprehensive wind power generation forecasting algorithm tailored for operational needs of wind farms
• Integrating WRF model outputs with machine learning techniques to enhance short-term and day-ahead forecasting accuracy
• Utilizing the H2O.ai library for automated machine learning (AutoML) to train and validate predictive models
• Performing post-processing of numerical weather prediction data to optimize site-specific forecasts for energy yield estimation
• Collaborating with data scientists and energy specialists to ensure robustness and scalability of forecasting solutions
• Supporting climate adaptation strategies for the renewable energy sector

NORDEX SE | Turkey

• Evaluate wind measurement campaigns (equipment type, localization, subcontractors etc.) to optimize costs and reduce uncertainty
• Analyze wind and meteorological data
• Conduct wind flow modeling studies with appropriate software (WaSP, WindPro etc.)
• Calculate wind energy projects with WindPro for assessment of site-specific parameters
• Implementation of the Nordex standards into the wind flow simulations
• Produce long term wind and net production reports and statistical uncertainty analysis (P50, P90, P99 etc.)
• Support project developers in the definition of optimal turbine layouts
• Perform site suitability analysis and reports to define the class of wind sites and determine the most adequate turbine model

• Conducted data analysis using meteorological and environmental datasets to support research and operational decision-making
• Prepared technical reports and visualizations to communicate findings clearly and effectively
• Performed detailed air pollution analysis, including evaluation of particulate matter (PM) and gas-phase pollutants
• Assisted in identifying trends and anomalies in atmospheric data related to urban air quality
• Supported the integration of meteorological parameters into environmental impact assessments
• Gained hands-on experience with data processing tools, visualization techniques, and scientific reporting

• Gained hands-on experience in hydrological modeling using HEC-HMS (Hydrologic Engineering Center - Hydrologic Modeling System)
• Worked on watershed modeling, rainfall-runoff simulations, and flood analysis
• Assisted in data collection and analysis of hydrological and hydrometric parameters such as streamflow, precipitation, and basin characteristics
• Performed hydrograph generation and peak flow estimation for various hydrological events
• Supported the evaluation of water resource management scenarios under different meteorological conditions
• Developed an understanding of hydrological processes, data processing, and modeling techniques

METAR is an interdisciplinary student club, founded by ITU students in 1991, aiming to contribute to the professional and personal development of students in the field of atmospheric sciences.

• Organized seminars, courses, presentations, and technical trips
• Increased communication between department students and alumni
• Raised awareness on meteorological issues through professional and social events
• Managed club operations and strategic planning as Supervisory Board President

MeteoVAR is an ITU student team focused on performing data analysis with a professional approach, giving meaning to numerical and visual results through scientific reporting.

• Translated complex meteorological data into simplified expressions for public awareness
• Mastered Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel) for professional technical reporting
• Developed expertise in data analysis and visualization using R and Python
• Conducted case studies to improve data interpretation and visualization techniques

Impactful Young Leader program focusing on 21st Century core competencies and leadership development.

• Engagement in alternative education modules prepared by Turkish Informatics Foundation
• Focus on soft skills, digital literacy, and collaborative leadership
• Networking with pioneers across various technical and social industries

Leader of the remote sensing research team at ITU, focusing on satellite data processing and atmospheric monitoring.

• Processed and analyzed multi-spectral satellite imagery
• Supported research on urban heat island effects and land cover changes
• Coordinated team efforts in data collection and preliminary analysis

Member of the high-altitude balloon research team, contributing to atmospheric data collection and experimental design.

• Assisted in the design and construction of high-altitude balloon payloads
• Participated in pre-flight testing and post-flight data analysis
• Gained experience in sensor integration and telemetry systems

Active sailor and club member.