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The U.S. government is closed. This site will not be updated; however, NOAA websites and social media channels necessary to protect lives and property will be maintained. To learn more, visit commerce.gov. 

For the latest forecasts and critical weather information, visit weather.gov.

NCCOS is conducting a study of available spatial data across four U.S. territories

Graphic shows process of planning to data analysis to management applicationsNCCOS is conducting a study of available spatial data across four U.S. territories (Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and USVI) to characterize each region’s marine environment, benthic habitat, and wildlife. This biogeographic assessment will establish a baseline for BOEM to review future renewable energy plans and manage their impacts. Learn more: https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/project/marine-biogeographic-assessment-of-u-s-territories/