Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing

NOAA's Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing program is funding eight new pilot projects applying artificial intelligence and improved data management to ocean observing systems. The awards aim to speed up processing and sharing of ocean data, supporting climate monitoring, weather forecasting and marine research. Announced via Ocean News & Technology, the funding reflects growing federal interest in AI tools for environmental science and ocean data infrastructure.

The Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) is presenting its work on international ocean observation during the UN General Assembly in New York. The institute says it is fully committed to strengthening worldwide monitoring of the seas, aligning with UN efforts to coordinate ocean data collection and marine research. The announcement highlights Belgium's role in global ocean science cooperation.

NOAA's Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing office has launched a series of AI pilot projects aimed at modernizing how ocean data is collected and analyzed. The initiative explores artificial intelligence tools to improve the efficiency and accuracy of ocean observing systems, a move watched closely by researchers and marine technology firms focused on climate and ocean monitoring.