National Ocean Service Information on environmental monitoring, coastal monitoring and assessment, water quality, biodiversity, aeronautical chargting and cartography, nautical charting and cartography, national marine sanctuaries. This vast area, home to great biological wealth, generates more than 60 percent of the nations gross national product each year. Yet our oceans and coasts are facing unprecedented pressure from threats such as climate change, marine debris, and port congestion.In response to these threats, NOS scientists, natural resource managers, and specialists are seeking solutions that continue to grow our nations coastal economy while sustaining a healthy and productive environment. In partnership with other NOAA offices; federal, state, and local agencies; industry representatives; members of the academic community; and others, the men and women of NOS focus on science, technology, innovation, and education to keep our oceans and coasts safe, healthy and productive.

Address: SSMC4, Room 13632 1305 East-West Hwy Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Telephone: (301) 713-3066
Website: http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/