NOAA: Meeting the Moment

Noah the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration an integral part of the United States Department of Commerce with roots that reach back more than 200 years Noah's mission is about science service and stewardship to understand and predict changes in the climate weather Ocean and coasts to share that knowledge with others and to conserve and manage Coastal and marine ecosystems and resources working with partner agencies and organizations Noah supports Public Safety enables sustainable Commerce and explores the unknown our Workforce is as diverse as our mission with scientists engineers commissioned officers researchers technicians and more who live the mission every day at The Cutting Edge backed by a strong framework of dedicated staff behind the scenes world class science and research are at the core of our agency from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the Sun with advanced technology we are soaring high diving deep and venturing far to pursue critical environmental data and to break new scientific ground not only do we collect the data we use it to provide actionable information and tools grounded in sound science that inform smart decision making dedicated to promoting Economic Development while sustaining environmental stewardship Noah conserves lands Waters and natural resources educates for a climate smart future and protects Coastal habitats communities and infrastructure Noah's work touches the lives of every American our trusted observations are the basis for weather forecasts and warnings that affect everything from your weak plans to life-saving disaster mitigation efforts Noah provides the nautical charts and oceanic forecasts that enable safe navigation we provide the Fisheries stock assessments that reinforce a safe and viable Seafood industry Noah advances the new blue economy by looking to the ocean for discoveries that underpin Innovative yet sustainable Economic Development and we provide climate data tools and services that help our communities improve resilience to climate change as global leaders in Environmental Science and Technology we are meeting the moment we are meeting our mission we are meeting the needs of our country and our Blue Planet