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Modeling the impact of OA on Alaskan fisheries for decision makers
  • PI(s): Michael Dalton
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2021
Forecast effects of ocean acidification on Alaska crab and groundfish fisheries Why we care
Ocean acidification (OA) is a multi-disciplinary problem that requires a combination of methods from oceanography,..
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The Coast Guard Cutter Munro from Kodiak, Alaska, sails toward the sunset during an unusually calm evening on the Bering Sea. Credit: USCG
Assessing Ocean Acidification in Alaska Fishery Zones
  • PI(s): Jessica Cross
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2022
Sustained Observations of Ocean Acidification in Alaska Coastal Seas Why we care
Coastal regions around Alaska experience some of the most rapid and extensive progressions of ocean acidification (OA)..
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Evaluating impacts of acidification on biological processes in the Gulf of Mexico
  • PI(s): Leticia Barbero
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2021
Evaluation of OA impacts to plankton and fish distributions in the Gulf of Mexico during GOMECC-4 with a focus on HAB-interactions Why we care
Ocean change in the Gulf..
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Sustained ocean acidification monitoring on ships of opportunity in the Pacific
  • PI(s): Simone Alin
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2022
PMEL Sustained Investment Coastal Underway Ocean Acidification Observations (PUO) Why we care
Underway ship measurements of ocean acidification (OA) data on ships of opportunity (SOOP) have proven to be..
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Alaska salmon troller Bay of Pillars in Chatham Strait. Credit: NOAA Fisheries
Assessing risks of ocean acidification in south-central and southeast Alaska
  • PI(s): Tom Hurst
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2021
Evaluating ocean acidification vulnerability and interactions among traditional and coastal Alaska industries Why we care
Many marine species affected by ocean acidification (OA) contribute to Alaska’s highly productive commercial..
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Collecting environmental DNA helps scientists make new discoveries about ocean ecosystems. Image courtesy of ThayerMahan, Inc., Kraken Robotics, and the NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research
Understanding biodiversity in the Gulf of Mexico using eDNA
  • PI(s): Luke Thompson
  • Fiscal Year Funded: 2021
Assessing ecosystem responses of Gulf of Mexico coastal communities to ocean acidification using environmental DNA Why we care
Recent efforts to monitor ocean acidification in the Gulf of..
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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

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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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