Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR): Research and Development for Assessing Large Scale Carbon Removal and Local Scale Ocean Acidification Mitigation is sponsored by NOAA Ocean Acidification Program (on behalf of National Oceanographic Partnership Program - NOPP). This multi-agency research solicitation focuses on expanding the understanding of various aspects of marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) to reduce uncertainty about the extent and durability of carbon removal, associated co-benefits/risks (including ocean acidification mitigati…

Announcing $24. 3M investment advancing marine carbon dioxide removal research - NOAA Ocean Acidification Program Ocean Acidification Program News Announcing $24. 3M investment advancing marine carbon dioxide removal research Carbon Dioxide Removal , Federal Funding , OA News The NOAA Ocean Acidification Program on behalf of the National Oceanographic Partnership Program (NOPP) announces $24.

3M of funding aimed at bringing together academic researchers, federal scientists and industry to advance research in marine carbon dioxide removal. Funding supports research that expands understanding of various aspects of marine carbon dioxide removal approaches, risks and co-benefits including ocean acidification mitigation, and science needed to build regulatory frameworks for testing and scaling of marine carbon dioxide removal.

This funding opportunity is the first large-scale public and multi-partner investment of research specifically focused on a suite of marine carbon dioxide removal approaches. Knowledge from the research will assist in assessing the potential of marine carbon dioxide removal as a climate mitigation solution. These awards support 17 projects with partners from 47 institutions.

The Inflation Reduction Act provided $14. 36M funding for ten of the projects as part of the Investing in Coastal Communities and Climate Resilience provision under NOAA’s U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Office IRA priorities . This investment supports climate mitigation through research as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.

CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF PROJECTS The NOPP marine carbon dioxide removal projects focus on understanding uncertainties and knowledge gaps for different marine carbon dioxide removal approaches including macroalgal cultivation, ocean alkalinity enhancement, enhanced weathering, and electrochemical approaches.

The projects include lab experiments, modeling, field trials, and engaging communities to understand the impacts and effectiveness of various marine carbon dioxide removal strategies. Much of this work aligns with recommended research priorities of the NOAA Strategy for Carbon Dioxide Removal Research .

“The diversity of this research portfolio reflects how many open questions remain about marine carbon dioxide removal,” says Dr. Gabby Kitch, Carbon Dioxide Removal Lead with the NOAA Ocean Acidification Program and University Corporation of Atmospheric Research. “These projects address fundamental questions and can help us move the potential climate mitigation strategy from theory to active research.

” “NOPP serves as a catalyst for the federal ocean agencies to coordinate on large ocean research challenges including marine carbon dioxide removal, ” said Jeremy Weirich, co-chair of the NOPP Interagency Working Group.

“I’m glad to see experts across the ocean community – from governments, academia, industry, and philanthropy – work together to maximize resources and funding to advance our climate mitigation knowledge beyond what any one partner could accomplish.

” Carbon capture and ocean acidification mitigation potential by seaweed farms in tropical and subtropical coastal environments (Lead: Andreas Andersson, Funding: National Oceanographic Partner Program , NOAA Ocean Acidification Program ) Assessing chemical and biological implications of alkalinity enhancement using carbonate salts obtained from captured CO 2 to mitigate negative effects of ocean acidification and enable mCDR (Lead: Andrew Dickson, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Electrolysis-driven weathering of basic minerals for long-term ocean buffering and CO 2 reduction (Lead: Burke Hales, Funding: Department of Energy Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management and Water Power Technologies Office ) Determining the Influence of Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement on Foraminifera Calcification, Distribution, and CaCO 3 Production (Lead: Laura Haynes, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Assessing efficacy of electrochemical ocean alkalinity enhancement at an existing outfall using tracer release experiments and oceanographic models (Lead: Matthew Long, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act , ClimateWorks Foundation ) This project was originally led by David Ho, University of Hawai’i, Manoa, but was reissued to the current Lead PI by request of the project team.

Biotic calcification impacts on marine carbon dioxide removal additionality (Lead: Kelly Kearney, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Tidal wetlands as a low pH environment for accelerated and scalable olivine dissolution (Lead: Kevin Kroeger, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Multiscale observing system simulation experiments for iron fertilization in the Southern Ocean, Equatorial Pacific, and Northeast Pacific (Lead: Dennis McGillicuddy, Funding: NOAA Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing , NOAA Ocean Acidification Program , National Science Foundation ) Data requirements for quantifying natural variability and the background ocean carbon sink in mCDR models (Lead: Galen McKinley, Funding: NOAA Ocean Acidification Program , National Science Foundation ) Assessing the effects and risks of ocean alkalinity enhancement on the physiology, functionality, calcification, and mineralogy of corals and crustose coralline algae in the Pacific (Lead: Melissa Meléndez, Funding: Department of Energy Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management ) Assessing carbon dioxide removal and ecosystem response for an ocean alkalinity enhancement field trial (Lead: David Nicholson, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) An opportunity to study ocean alkalinity enhancement, CDR, and ecosystem impacts through coastal liming (Lead: Jaime Palter, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Assessing the laboratory and field responses of diatoms and coccolithophores to ocean alkalinity enhancement (Lead: Adam Subhas, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Developing a coupled benthic-pelagic biogeochemical model to evaluate the effectiveness of mCDR interventions (Lead: Cristina Schultz, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Quantifying the efficacy of wastewater alkalinity enhancement on mCDR and acidification mitigation in a large estuary (Lead: Jeremy Testa, Funding: NOAA Inflation Reduction Act ) Next U.S. Ocean Chemistry Coastal Community Vulnerability Assessment Next Virtual screening of “Changing Waters: Time for Action on Coastal Acidification” Join us for the virtual screening of “Changing Waters: Time for Action on Coastal Acidification” produced by the OA Alliance and hosted by the Coastal Ground-breaking ocean acidification research received prestigious award, nomination Researchers supported in part by NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program co-authored research that won the United Kingdom’s National Champion award and is a finalist for the Anchors aweigh!

Scientists depart for American Samoa, Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument NOAA scientists set sail this week from Hawai’i aboard the NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette headed for American Samoa and the Pacific Islands Heritage Effects of ocean acidification and temperature on Alaskan crabs Image credit: David Csepp, NMFS AKFSC ABL Long-term declines of red king crab in Bristol Bay, Alaska may be partially attributed to ocean acidification conditions.

These impacts may be partially responsible for the fishery closures during the 2021–2022 and 2022–2023 seasons. Researchers found that ocean acidification negatively impacts Alaskan crabs generally by changing physiological processes, decreasing growth, increasing death rates and reducing shell thickness.

Funded by the Ocean Acidification Program, scientists at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center continue to investigate the responses of early life history stages and study the potential of various Alaska crabs to acclimate to changing conditions.

Results will inform models that will use the parameters studied to predict the effects of future ocean acidification on the populations of red king crab in Bristol Bay as well as on the fisheries that depend on them. Fishery managers will better be able to anticipate and manage stocks if changing ocean chemistry affects stock productivity and thus the maximum sustainable yield.

Forecasts for Alaska Fisheries Image credit: Michael Theberge Understanding seasonal changes in ocean acidification in Alaskan waters and the potential impacts to the multi-billion-dollar fishery sector is a main priority.

Through work funded by NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program, the Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory developed a model capable of depicting past ocean chemistry conditions for the Bering Sea and is now testing the ability of this model to forecast future conditions. This model is being used to develop an ocean acidification indicator provided to fisheries managers in the annual NOAA Eastern Bering Sea Ecosystem Status Report .

The NOAA Ocean Acidification Program (OAP) works to prepare society to adapt to the consequences of ocean acidification and conserve marine ecosystems as acidification occurs. Learn more about the human connections and adaptation strategies from these efforts.

Adaptation approaches fostered by the OAP include: Using models and research to understand the sensitivity of organisms and ecosystems to ocean acidification to make predictions about the future, allowing communities and industries to prepare Using these models and predictions as tools to facilitate management strategies that will protect marine resources and communities from future changes Developing innovative tools to help monitor ocean acidification and mitigate changing ocean chemistry locally 50 more ways to reduce your carbon footprint > Drive fuel-efficient vehicles or choose public transportation.

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Eat local- this helps cut down on production and transport! Reduce your meat and dairy. Compost to avoid food waste ending up in the landfill Make energy-efficient choices for your appliances and lighting.

Heat and cool efficiently! Change your air filters and program your thermostat, seal and insulate your home, and support clean energy sources By Reducing Coastal Acidification Reduce your use of fertilizers, Improve sewage treatment and run off, and Protect and restore coastal habitats You've taken the first step to learn more about ocean acidification - why not spread this knowledge to your community?

Every community has their unique culture, economy and ecology and what’s at stake from ocean acidification may be different depending on where you live. As a community member, you can take a larger role in educating the public about ocean acidification. Creating awareness is the first step to taking action.

As communities gain traction, neighboring regions that share marine resources can build larger coalitions to address ocean acidification. Here are some ideas to get started: Work with informal educators, such as aquarium outreach programs and local non-profits, to teach the public about ocean acidification. Visit our Education & Outreach page to find the newest tools!

Participate in habitat restoration efforts to restore habitats that help mitigate the effects of coastal acidification Facilitate conversations with local businesses that might be affected by ocean acidification, building a plan for the future.

Partner with local community efforts to mitigate the driver behind ocean acidification – excess CO2 – such as community supported agriculture, bike & car shares and other public transportation options. Contact your regional Coastal Acidification Network (CAN) to learn how OA is affecting your region and more ideas about how you can get involved in your community More for Taking Community Action