NERACOOS Mission:

To lead the development, implementation, operation, and evaluation of a sustained, regional coastal ocean observing system for the northeast United States and Canadian Maritime provinces, as part of the United States Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS).
To promote the development, assessment, and dissemination of data and data products that meet the needs of end users.
To advocate through education and outreach for the regional, national, and global ocean observing system and the application of scientific assessments using environmental data to meet societal needs.

As our eyes on the oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes, the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS®) is a tool for tracking, predicting, managing, and adapting to changes in our marine environment. IOOS® delivers the data and information needed to increase our understanding of our coastal waters so decision makers can take action to improve safety, enhance our economy, and protect our environment. NERACOOS is one of 11 Regional Associations contributing to coastal IOOS, coordinated by NOAA IOOS and assisted by the National Federation of Regional Associations (NFRA).

Website developed and hosted by The Gulf of Maine Research Institute

Regional Coastal Observing Systems: Alaska • Pacific Northwest • Central and Northern California • Southern California • Pacific Islands • Great Lakes • Atlantic-Northeast • Mid-Atlantic • Atlantic-Southeast • Gulf of Mexico • Caribbean • National Federation of Regional Associations for Coastal and Ocean Observing

National Observing System Partners: Alliance for Coastal Technologies (ACT) • Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA)

Integrated Ocean Observing System IOOS

About IOOS

NERACOOS Mission: