Many separate and well-defined research objectives share common requirements in research platforms, data and the use of a variety of other resources. Optimization of capital-intensive research must be carefully coordinated to achieve the necessary level of understanding of the oceans in minimum time and at least cost. The need exists for a formal mechanism to establish partnerships among public and private sector stakeholders in the ocean sciences and education to make optimal use of the oceans for the well being of all Americans. Signed by President. Below is the exact language of the National Oceanographic Partnership Act.
Oceans drive global and regional climate.
Hence, they contain information affecting agriculture, fishing, and the prediction of severe weather. Therefore, the United States should maintain its world leadership in oceanography as one key to its competitive future. The need exists for a formal mechanism to coordinate existing partnerships and establish new partnerships for the sharing of resources, intellectual talent, and facilities in the ocean sciences and education, so that optimal use can be made of this most important natural resource for the well-being of all Americans. National Oceanographic Partnership Program. National Ocean Research Leadership Council.