Great Lakes Observing System (GLOS) is a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive data services to support science, policy, management, and industry in the United States and Canada. Their mission is to improve the understanding, use, conservation, and management of the Great Lakes region. GLOS has developed innovative platforms like Seagull, a cloud-based system that connects people to real-time data and information about the Great Lakes, empowering users to make informed decisions and enhance their experiences on the water.
Through initiatives like Lakebed 2030, GLOS is creating accessible and user-friendly maps of the lakefloor by combining new and existing high-density bathymetric data. Their commitment to collaboration and data sharing has allowed them to integrate monitoring platforms and buoys from various organizations, making valuable information readily available to researchers, policymakers, recreational users, and industry professionals. GLOS is dedicated to harnessing the power of data to drive positive change and promote the sustainable management of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
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