Ocean acidification is a complex issue that is being studied and addressed from several viewpoints, in various locations, and for different issues. Within the sanctuary system, sanctuary sites across the country and United States territories are studying how this change in ocean chemistry will and already is affecting their sites. Some sites are being hit […]
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NOAA supports research to understand the impacts of ocean acidification on Dungeness crab, with this fact sheet for all.
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This 2018 video complements a communication and education toolkit, describing how ocean acidification potential affects Dungeness crab.
Be a Claw Abiding Citizen: Learn how Ocean Acidification could Affect Dungeness Crab Read More »
This toolkit designed for educators and communicators to use to teach others about the impact of ocean acidification on Dungeness crab. Inside the toolkit: fact sheet, infographic, slideshow with script, reference list, resource list, and public domain media.
Toolkit: Dungeness Crab Case Study Read More »
Students will use a Jenga-type game to learn about the marine food web and how small changes in the food web can have large effects on other organisms, connecting it to ocean acidification impacts. Produced 03/2022
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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:
