Central & Northern California Ocean Observing System (CeNCOOS)

CeNCOOS is a US Government-accredited, regional source for high-quality data, integrated information, and diverse expertise to inform wise and sustainable use of the ocean off Central and Northern California. The CeNCOOS collaborative engages numerous investigators and technical experts, students, and institutions. Our systems and capabilities are evolving to provide real-time and forecasted information on harmful algal blooms, to advance integrated assessment tools for Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), and to include animal telemetry and other emerging technologies. Our data catalog continues to grow, facilitating access to over 1,000 observational and model data sets for the region, including a growing set of biogeochemical and biological data. Users of CeNCOOS data and information products include scientists, resource managers, decision-makers, students, and engaged citizens who participate in the continual improvement of the system to best meet society’s needs. Our partners include our neighboring regional observing associations, especially the Southern California Coastal Ocean Observing System (SCCOOS), as well as federal and state agencies supporting coastal management, academic and nongovernmental organizations and the ocean-focused business community. We are housed on the campus of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute.