Alaska Ocean Acidification Network
The Alaska Ocean Acidification Network engages with scientists and stakeholders to expand the understanding of ocean acidification processes and consequences, as well as potential adaptation strategies.
Strengthening Alaska’s Fishing Communities for a Resilient Future
Climate change is reshaping the Gulf of Alaska, placing marine ecosystems and fishing communities at risk. We’re partnering with Cordova, Kodiak, and Sitka to create adaptive strategies that protect fisheries and support community resilience.
RECENT NEWS
New storymap: Monitoring Ocean Acidification in Alaska
Check out a new resource showing the many ways carbon chemistry is being measured around Alaska to better understand baseline conditions, local drivers and long term change due to ocean acidification. Thanks to UAF PhD student Rylie Neely who worked with the network to produce the map.
Newly introduced Bycatch Reduction Act includes assessment of OA
Ocean acidification is one of the ecosystem components identified for analysis under a new Bycatch Reduction Act introduced by Senator Sullivan (R-Alaska).
This October: International Symposium on the Ocean in a High-CO₂ World
The 6th International Symposium on the Ocean in a High-CO₂ World will be held Oct 13-16 2026 in Wellington, New Zealand. The Symposium takes place every four years and convenes thought leaders and researchers from across the globe to explore the impact of rising CO₂ and help shape future ocean science solutions. Registration is open.
April 28: Virtual screening of new ocean acidification film
The International Ocean Acidification Alliance has partnered with LUMA Storytelling to create a short film “Changing Waters: Time for Action on Ocean Acidification.” The film features stories and experiences tackling OA and climate-ocean change in North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Island Region. Join introductory remarks by Rep Chellie Pingree, a screening of the film, and a panel discussion.