A Strategy to Advance Ocean Observing In Central & Northern California (2020-25)
Central and Northern California Ocean Observing System (CeNCOOS)
Published: 28 May 2020
The CeNCOOS 2020–2025 Strategic Plan defines objectives and metrics to guide regional ocean observing efforts, developed through collaboration with scientists, policymakers, and partners to address evolving coastal information needs.
Keywords: CeNCOOS, strategic plan, ocean observing, coastal management, collaboration, marine policy, 2020–2025
Spray 34 (MBARI/NPS glider)
Central and Northern California Ocean Observing System (CeNCOOS)
Published: 17 July 2020
SPRAY glider 34, deployed in July 2020 in Monterey Bay, collected water column data on temperature, salinity, fluorescence, oxygen, and pH to a depth of 500m, supporting ocean monitoring through detailed contour plots.
Keywords: SPRAY glider, Monterey Bay, ocean monitoring, salinity, temperature, pH, fluorescence
CeNCOOS Community Update – Autumn 2021
Central and Northern California Ocean Observing System (CeNCOOS)
Published: 16 December 2021
CeNCOOS is expanding tools to support decisions on marine life, climate, and the Blue Economy, with efforts like biodiversity monitoring, HAB tracking, and contributions to ecosystem assessments amid ongoing La Niña conditions.
Keywords: CeNCOOS, biodiversity, La Niña, Blue Economy, HABs, marine protected areas, ecosystem monitoring
