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Ocean Acidification Resources

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Alaskan Salmon and Ocean Acidification Flier
Alaska Salmon and Ocean Acidification
  • Source: Alaska Ocean Acidification Network

For Alaskans dependent on salmon, understanding how species may fare in a higher-acidity environment is critical. The cultural and economic implications of the future of salmon depend on our ability to make well-informed decisions and to adapt to changing conditions. This flier explains the effects of ocean acidification on Alaskan

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OA in Alaska Course
Ocean Acidification in Alaska Self-Paced Course
  • Source: Alaska Ocean Acidification Network

The objective of this course is for students to gain a process-based understanding of ocean acidification’s impact within Alaskan environments. This course will cover the fundamentals of the carbon cycle, ocean carbon chemistry, and the biological pump, as well as special topics including species case studies and regional profiles of

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IWGOA Webinar 11-4
Acidification & Estuaries: Connecting Science to Management
  • Source: IWGOA

Hosted by the Interagency Working Group on Ocean Acidification, this series is starting a conversation about the most important research gaps in acidification and estuaries for the federal government to address. The third webinar will discuss examples of where acidification science can inform coastal management decisions to serve community and

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IWGOA Webinar-Acidification & Estuaries: State of the Science
Acidification & Estuaries: State of the Science
  • Source: IWGOA

This is the second webinar in the Acidification & Estuaries Webinar Series hosted by the Interagency Working Group on Ocean Acidification. This webinar gives an overview of the state of the science related to acidification in estuaries and discuss remaining research gaps. Speakers discuss the causes of acidification, biological impacts,

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Acidification & Estuaries as a Federal Priority
  • Source: IWGOA

Hosted by the Interagency Working Group on Ocean Acidification, this webinar gives an overview of coastal acidification, the importance of studying acidification in estuaries, and the role that federal agencies currently play in monitoring and researching acidification in estuaries.

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Cover for Eighth Report of Federal Funding of Ocean Acidification Research and Monitoring Activities
Eighth Report on Federally Funded Ocean Acidification Research and Monitoring Activities
  • Source: IWGOA

This report describes federally funded ocean acidification activities during fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The report describes projects that were funded across the federal government, organized by region and then by thematic area. Budget tables are included that detail the amount spent by each agency on each thematic area. From

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ADAPTING TO OCEAN ACIDIFICATION

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:

FORECASTING

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

MANAGEMENT

Using these models and predictions as tools to facilitate management strategies that will protect marine resources and communities from future changes

TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

Developing innovative tools to help monitor ocean acidification and mitigate changing ocean chemistry locally

REDUCING OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

50 more ways to reduce your carbon footprint >

On the Road

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.

With your Food Choices

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

With your Food Choices

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

By Reducing Coastal Acidification

Reduce your use of fertilizers, Improve sewage treatment and run off, and Protect and restore coastal habitats

TAKE ACTION WITH YOUR COMMUNITY

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:

  1. Work with informal educators, such as aquarium outreach programs and local non-profits, to teach the public about ocean acidification. Visit our Education & Outreach page to find the newest tools!
  2. Participate in habitat restoration efforts to restore habitats that help mitigate the effects of coastal acidification
  3. Facilitate conversations with local businesses that might be affected by ocean acidification, building a plan for the future.
  4. Partner with local community efforts to mitigate the driver behind ocean acidification  – excess CO2 – such as community supported agriculture, bike & car shares and other public transportation options.
  5. Contact your regional Coastal Acidification Network (CAN) to learn how OA is affecting your region and more ideas about how you can get involved in your community
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