Integrated Marine Debris Observing System

IMDOS’ Objectives: # Promote the development of a global network of marine debris observations according to Regional Seas Programme Action Plans and integrated within GOOS in cooperation with existing ocean observing infrastructures, networks and communities of practice; # Define strategies and priorities for coordinated and harmonised marine debris observations based on most relevant monitoring methods, standards and practices; # Promote integration of data management activities to provide free and open access to marine debris data and information products for stakeholders, leveraging the Global Partnership on Marine Litter (GPML) Digital Platform; # Support the development of remote sensing methods to detect marine debris by enhancing availability of required ground-truthing data; # Strengthen the interface between marine debris monitoring and modelling communities to support the development of a Digital Twin of the Ocean for Marine Litter Pollution; # Evaluate the readiness level and promote technological innovation to advance global observing approaches; # Develop standard sampling protocols and best practices in marine litter data collection and support training activities for their implementation; # Create communication services for the marine debris community including links to advocacy resources and other components of the multidisciplinary global ocean observing system.