EU and Canada Secure Almost €220 Million for Global Ocean Observation
先了解这件事
Ocean observation data is essential for safe navigation, weather forecasting, climate prediction and the blue economy. The alliance aims to address funding shortfalls and the GOOS's reliance on a limited number of major contributors, potentially affecting risk assessment and operational planning in shipping, fisheries…
AI 根据报道生成
报道时间线
沿着报道,了解事件的不同侧面。
- European Commission Press CornerEU and Canada Secure Almost €220 Million for Global Ocean Observation
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney launched the OceanEye International Alliance at a high-level pledging event during the 81st UN General Assembly High-Level Week in New York, securing almost €220 million in pledges for the Global Ocean Observing System. The EU added €92 million in seed funding, while Canada pledged C$82 million over five years. Thirty countries have joined the alliance so far, with contributions including financial support, in-kind support and assets such as research vessels, sensors and drones. The funds will support maintenance of existing observation platforms, closing critical data gaps, and strengthening the GOOS…