Why monitoring the oceans is crucial - and cheap.
The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is how scientists monitor the oncoming El Niño.
"In short, the GOOS underpins everything from tomorrow’s storm warnings to next century’s climate adaptation plans.
Compared with the economic damage linked to ocean-driven extreme weather and climate disruption, ocean observation is one of the highest-return public investments available."
https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/news/2026/05/25/network-watching-the-world-s-oceans-is-under-pressure.html
