National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 

Ocean Acidification Program

We study our changing ocean to better understand impacts of ocean acidification and how to adapt.

Our Ocean is Changing

Acidification is happening now along our oceans and coasts

People are already seeing the impacts of ocean acidification on marine life and ecosystems they depend on. NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program better prepares society to respond to ocean, coastal and Great Lakes acidification by fostering research and through partnerships.

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Get involved with ocean acidification

The NOAA Ocean Acidification Program exists to meet the ocean acidification research and monitoring needs of the U.S. See how you can get involved to serve your community and participate in cutting-edge research and education and outreach.