The Sea Connects
all Things
Trade and food. Weather and health. Energy and culture. The ocean touches every part of human life. And it's in crisis. World Ocean Observatory exists as a major utility for ocean and climate communication as a means to advance public awareness, and is dedicated to providing science-based information and standard-meeting educational resources about the health of the climate and the ocean.
Uniting Ocean Citizens across the globe
We believe that informed citizens worldwide can unite to sustain the ocean through mitigation and change of human behavior on land and sea. Our focus is the full spectrum of ocean issues: climate, fresh water, food, energy, trade, transportation, public health, finance, governance, security, recreation, and culture.
The core pillars of our work
Expanding Ocean Literacy and understanding of issues related to global climate and ocean health.
Advancing Advocacy
There are myriad ways to be an advocate for the ocean
Ocean Education
Our Educational Resources serve to inspire educators through ease of access to marine science resources, and to excite students about ocean science, exploration, history, and promote ocean literacy worldwide
Communication
W2O produces information, programs, resources and educational materials, contributing to the global conversation about the ocean
Engagement
Support for W2O is a demonstration of faith and commitment in our work to expand Ocean Literacy and understanding of issues related to global climate and ocean health