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Marine scientists warn human safety, prosperity depend on better ocean observing system
11-25-2007 · EurekAlert!An eminent partnership of international ocean scientists call for an adequate initial system to produce insights, forecasts useful to public, policy makers. They say warming seas, over-fishing and pollution are among profound concerns that must be better measured to help society respond in a well-informed, timely and cost-effective way. Cost of an initial adequate system would require a further investment estimated at $2-3 billion.
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