NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

The Department of Commerce and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration announced $101.5 million in funding across 12 awards to expand equitable service delivery and support the modernization of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Regional Associations. U.S. IOOS supports ongoing data collection in U.S. ocean, coastal and Great Lakes waters and develops infrastructure and tools to make that data accessible. These funds are made possible by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. https://lnkd.in/dShmEavm

This morning at the Global Aerospace Summit hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves discussed the U.S. Department of Commerce's strategy to advance U.S. leadership in the global commercial space industry: "What we're trying to do at the Commerce Department is to leverage all of our tools across the Department to think about ways that we can support the innovation that needs to come, the leadership that the American private sector can provide in space." In the afternoon, OSC Director Richard DalBello discussed the role of the Traffic Coordination System for Space (TraCSS) in promoting spaceflight safety, and the program's partnerships with industry, United States Department of Defense, and international partners. Phase 1.0 of TraCSS is on track to start providing safety notifications to initial beta users by the end of this month.

The designation process for the proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary took a major step forward as the NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration announced the release of the final environmental impact statement, which outlines the environmental impacts of the proposed sanctuary and is a necessary step toward this final designation. https://lnkd.in/g5vwRpvg

Did you know that 90% of our ocean is considered “deep,” with depths greater than 200 meters (656 feet)? Yet the majority of these waters remain unseen by human eyes. While this remote realm remains largely removed from the everyday human experience, it is nonetheless intertwined with our marine resources and ways of life, with vast cultural significance. On September 10-11, please join us to paint, draw, learn about, and explore the deep ocean with a FREE event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center (76 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI / 808-498-4709). During the event, visitors will have the opportunity to take a drawing or painting class from local artist Patrick Ching, participate in ocean-themed activities like coloring, meet and talk with ocean explorers, and see videos and other highlights from deep-ocean exploration in the monument. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/evk9mKJb. [Video featuring footage collected from Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary in 2016.] #ocean #exploration #Hilo #freeevent #art #science #learn #explore

Aquaculture —or farmed seafood — is making the way we live, work and eat more sustainable. On the latest episode of the #PlanetNOAA Podcast, NOAA Chief Scientist Dr. Sarah Kapnick and our aquaculture experts discuss: – How NOAA’s aquaculture and sustainability advancements are meeting the nation’s growing demand for nutritious, local seafood. ?? – How aquaculture farming tools and techniques are helping marine species grow more resilient to climate change. ?? – Why collaboration, mentorship, and a strong community are key for scientists looking to make a difference. ?? PLUS: Explore the ancient origins of aquaculture with the NOAA Heritage team! Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dsqUgj6K

JUST IN: An international report issued by the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society confirms record-high global: Temperature, greenhouse gases, sea level & ocean heat in 2023. Heatwaves & droughts contributed to massive wildfires around the globe, with global sea level the highest on record for the 12th straight year in 2023 per? #StateOfClimate2023 report. Details: https://lnkd.in/eJEAi-_X #BulletinAMS #StateOfClimate2023

Calling all mariners! ?? Set a course for your career and sail with NOAA! If you’re in the Pacific Northwest region, join us at the end of this month to learn more about the career opportunities we have for you. Qualified applicants may receive tentative job offers on the spot. Even if you can’t make it to the event, feel free to check out our openings and apply at marinerhiring.noaa.gov. See you there! #SailNOAA

Scientists are investigating solutions to limit the impact of #RedTide. One strategy, called DinoSHIELD, uses a naturally occurring bacteria that produces an algicide that kills Karenia brevis and other toxic algae. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ej9RdTVQ

"Above-average temperatures continued across most of the western and eastern parts of the United States during July, although the middle of the nation did get a respite from the intense heat. Rainfall during the month was generally above average in parts of the central part of the nation (consistent with the below-average temperatures) and also along the Gulf Coast and much of the Southeast." https://lnkd.in/eWBHWJxn

Our planet is a living classroom – and we’re heading #BackToSchool! ?????? Join Deputy Administrator Jainey Bavishi and our NOAA Education team on the #PlanetNOAA Podcast to chat: - The role that informal learning spaces (like museums and aquariums) play in science education and climate literacy. ?? - How researchers can make climate science more accessible to all ages and levels. ???? - How scientists can build climate adaptation & resilience for AND WITH young people. ?? PLUS: Get a sneak peek at how NOAA helped Hollywood make the newly released #TwistersMovie. ???? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/epxF_XWh