Diving into the Future of Ocean Intelligence

In this episode, we’re exploring the pivotal role of data to not only protect our ocean but to better leverage its immense potential to foster climate resilience and drive a sustainable marine economy. At the S2G Summit, Larsen Mettler, Oceans Managing Director at S2G, led a panel with Kimberly Mathisen, CEO at Hub Ocean, Justin Manley, Senior Advisor at OceanKind, and Zack Baize, Program Manager at NOAA’s Ocean-Based Climate Resilience Accelerator. The panelists discuss the opportunity to scale data collection technologies, develop new ownership frameworks, and integrate diverse data streams. As we continue to gather more ocean data than ever before, it will take great creativity and collaboration to figure out how to harness it effectively. This conversation offers valuable perspectives for anyone navigating the ocean intelligence and investment landscape.

Key Topics:

1. Unlocking Ocean Data's Potential: With a vast portion of the ocean still unexplored, leveraging comprehensive ocean data is key to advancing climate predictions, optimizing marine resource management, and enhancing global trade efficiencies.

2. Technological Innovations Reshaping Data Collection: Technological advancements like low-cost sensors, autonomous vehicles, and satellite imaging are revolutionizing ocean data collection. These innovations are not only reducing costs but also increasing the accessibility of real-time data crucial for informed decision-making in marine environments.

3. Growing Demand for Different Types of Data: Increasing interest in technologies such as marine carbon dioxide removal, biodiversity monitoring, and blue biotechnology is driving the demand for different kinds of ocean data.

4. Breaking Down Data Silos: From tax credits to data buys and awarding bids to projects that incorporate data sharing, the discussion explores the opportunities to incentivize and foster data sharing among private entities

5. Data Integration Challenges and Solutions: The conversation covers the complexities surrounding the integration of diverse data types, from physical samples to electronic measurements. Initiatives like Hub Ocean aim to standardize and aggregate varied data sources, enabling easier access and utilization for scientific and commercial applications.

Resources:

Hub Ocean

Ocean Kind

NOAA Ocean-Based Climate Resilience Accelerator