No.274
| January 5, 2012 |
| ● | Enhancing the Resilience of Coasts and Oceans through Climate Services Jane LUBCHENCO Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S.A. Laura PETES Ecosystem Science Advisor, NOAA Climate Program Office, U.S.A. Thomas R. KARL Director, NOAA National Climatic Data Center, U.S.A. Full Text |
Enhancing the Resilience of Coasts and Oceans through Climate Services
Jane LUBCHENCOUnder Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S.A.
Laura PETES
Ecosystem Science Advisor, NOAA Climate Program Office, U.S.A.
Thomas R. KARL
Director, NOAA National Climatic Data Center, U.S.A.
As coastal nations, Japan and the United States share a deep and abiding respect for the beauty, the bounty, and the power of the oceans. Our countries understand the interdependence of healthy oceans and healthy communities and economies. In addition to overfishing, global climate change presents a major threat to our coasts and oceans. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is developing climate information, tools, and services that enhance society’s ability to prepare for change. Creative solutions, public awareness, and strong international partnerships will be required to ensure the harmony of the ocean environment for generations to come.