We enable each part of the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) to contribute to its highest capacity, helping to build an integrated and responsive system.
Why we observe the ocean?
Observing the ocean delivers the essential information needed for our sustainable development, safety, wellbeing, and prosperity.
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What we do
We coordinate observing the ocean, covering climate and ocean health and providing more accurate weather forecasts and early warnings.
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Who we are
We are an Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) led programme. The IOC is part of UNESCO.
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- 8 - 24 June 2021 | OnlineImplementing an Operational Ocean Monitoring and Forecasting System (OOFS)
- 9 - 10 June 2021 | OnlineFifth Data Buoy Cooperation Panel Pacific Islands Training Workshop on Ocean Observations and Data Applications (DBCP-PI-5), Virtual Session
Our work
We lead the ocean observing community and create the partnerships needed to grow an integrated, responsive and sustained observing system. This means encouraging collaboration, supporting teams of experts and developing capacity.
Observations and data
A trusted and highly valuable collaborative system of sustained observations from our network of independently-managed and funded observing elements.
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Knowledge and resources
A comprehensive collection of resources and documents that include best practices, reports and presentations, contributed by ocean observing experts.
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Projects
Advancing innovation and expanding the observing system, services and product delivery by expanding into new areas and capabilities.
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The global ocean observing system needs to evolve to better meet the needs of end users. Join us and play your part in shaping and achieving our vision of a more powerful and effective global ocean observing system now.