The ocean is the most important global storage depot of carbon on Earth. It holds 50 times more carbon than the atmosphere and soaks up more emissions than all the world’s rainforests combined. But the biology, chemistry and physics of the biggest carbon sink on the planet are changing - and we don’t know exactly by how much.
Learn more about achieving global net zeroThe Institute’s research directly influences decision-making and policy among regional scientists and diverse stakeholders by promoting best practices in ocean data management and encouraging open data access, helping Fisheries and Oceans Canada delineate conservation priorities for the development of a Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Atlantic Canada, and predicting marine conditions for ship traffic in Halifax Harbour.
Amongst other initiatives, OFI supported Indigenous-led MPA assessments with the Nunatsiavut government in advising the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization on strategies to rebuild Atlantic mackerel and aided in permit attributions for the Fish Processing Board in NL and aquaculture planning on the South Coast of NL.
Examples of OFI researchers' national initiatives include the following:
Internationally, the Institute supported both research and policy discussions, including:
For further information please contact:
Catherine Blewett
Chief Strategic Engagement Officer
Email: catherine.blewett@oceanfi.ca
Telephone: +1 902-497-2381