North Carolina Sea Grant is now accepting preproposals for the 2028-2030 grant cycle, including ocean acidification projects.
North Carolina Sea Grant calls for prepreposals for applied coastal research Read More »
Join to learn more about the story by Scripps Institution of Oceanography (Scripps) graduate student, Charles Lindsay, at sea about an ocean monitoring mooring off Southern California.
Beneath the surface: what buoys reveal about ocean acidification Read More »
15 years ago, scientists and oyster growers had to team up to face an invisible threat after oyster larvae started dying by the billions. Learn how NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program was born from this crisis and how it continues to protect our marine resources today.
From Response to Resilience: Celebrating 15 Years of NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program Read More »
Measuring the marine carbon is tough work – within seawater, carbon takes many forms and there are four main parameters scientists measure to constrain the system. These parameters are concentration of hydrogen ions (pH), total alkalinity (TA), dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC), and the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (pCO2). Marine carbon-chemist extraordinaire Caroline Fradette (NOAA
Day 8: Sampling ASMR, getting into the right ‘headspace’ Read More »
While it’s always exciting to spot larger animals from the ship, aboard WCOA 2026 there are some big enthusiasts for the tinier creatures. Using “net-tow” sampling – it’s pretty much exactly what you’d expect – biologists have found some amazing critters that are way easier to take pictures of than any whale or dolphin and
Day 6: Charismatic MICRO-fauna Read More »
Here is a brief introduction to the 11 scientists working the midnight to noon shift of leg 1 of WCOA 2026. Starting your day at midnight is definitely a difficult adjustment and if you didn’t save any leftovers from the day before you have seven hours until breakfast so best to plan ahead. Work stations
Day 3: Meet the “Night Shift” Read More »
These 13 intrepid scientists are covering the WCOA noon-to-midnight shift for the first leg of the journey. It’s a little tricky to start their day with a sandwich or burger, but upon settling in everyone has found something to be excited about. Read on to find out more about the cruise participants. Avery Mathias Avery
Day 2: Meet the “Day Shift” Read More »
Join us for the virtual screening of “Changing Waters: Time for Action on Coastal Acidification” produced by the OA Alliance and hosted by the Coastal Acidification Networks.
Virtual screening of “Changing Waters: Time for Action on Coastal Acidification” Read More »
A webinar showcasing research from Pier2Peer alumni is happening on January 23, 2026.
Pier2Peer Alumni Showcase Webinar Read More »
This webinar will provide a regional overview of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) activities along the North American Pacific Coast.
Understanding seasonal changes in ocean acidification in Alaskan waters and the potential impacts to the multi-billion-dollar fishery sector is a main priority. Through work funded by NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program, the Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory developed a model capable of depicting past ocean chemistry conditions for the Bering Sea and is now testing the ability of this model to forecast future conditions. This model is being used to develop an ocean acidification indicator provided to fisheries managers in the annual NOAA Eastern Bering Sea Ecosystem Status Report.
The NOAA Ocean Acidification Program (OAP) works to prepare society to adapt to the consequences of ocean acidification and conserve marine ecosystems as acidification occurs. Learn more about the human connections and adaptation strategies from these efforts.
Adaptation approaches fostered by the OAP include:
Using models and research to understand the sensitivity of organisms and ecosystems to ocean acidification to make predictions about the future, allowing communities and industries to prepare
Using these models and predictions as tools to facilitate management strategies that will protect marine resources and communities from future changes
Developing innovative tools to help monitor ocean acidification and mitigate changing ocean chemistry locally
Drive fuel-efficient vehicles or choose public transportation. Choose your bike or walk! Don't sit idle for more than 30 seconds. Keep your tires properly inflated.
Eat local- this helps cut down on production and transport! Reduce your meat and dairy. Compost to avoid food waste ending up in the landfill
Make energy-efficient choices for your appliances and lighting. Heat and cool efficiently! Change your air filters and program your thermostat, seal and insulate your home, and support clean energy sources
Reduce your use of fertilizers, Improve sewage treatment and run off, and Protect and restore coastal habitats
You've taken the first step to learn more about ocean acidification - why not spread this knowledge to your community?
Every community has their unique culture, economy and ecology and what’s at stake from ocean acidification may be different depending on where you live. As a community member, you can take a larger role in educating the public about ocean acidification. Creating awareness is the first step to taking action. As communities gain traction, neighboring regions that share marine resources can build larger coalitions to address ocean acidification. Here are some ideas to get started:
