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
Students: add OA samples to your fieldwork project!
UAF’s Ocean Acidification Research Center is offering the opportunity to analyze ocean acidification samples by students. This is a great way to augment your project and work with new research partners.
January 8: OA Awareness Day
January 8 is the international “Ocean Acidification Day of Action”. The date was selected because 8.1 is the current average pH of the ocean, and the collective goal is to prevent pH from decreasing below that level. The Ocean Foundation launched the inaugural day of action in 2019 and it is now observed internationally.
Scientists enhance Seaglider technology to measure carbon dioxide
Oceanographer Claudine Hauri and her team at University for Alaska Fairbanks are expanding the use of sea gliders to better understand carbon chemistry in Alaska waters.
Coastal Radio Series highlights fisheries and climate in Kodiak
The Alaska OA Network is partnering on a coastal radio series to elevate the voices of local researchers, fishermen and community members in Kodiak and their perspectives on climate and fisheries. Check out the first two shows.