Forecasting and Modeling

Ecological forecasting and modeling are used to predict changes in the environment and the resulting impacts to ecosystems, people, economies, and communities. Forecasting and modeling capabilities allow NOAA to help our nation mitigate the impacts of climate change, promote a vibrant Blue Economy, and protect the public from coastal hazards. NCCOS's world-class scientists integrate geospatial modeling products for end-to-end support of customers in the coastal and ocean management community. These unique capabilities are used by federal, state, and local decision makers to ensure that special places are valued, protected, and preserved, and to assist in growing the economies that are dependent on our nation’s maritime resources.