What is it?

A marine and coastal observation platform that adapts and regionalizes the Copernicus Marine Services, integrating
Multi-source satellite information with in-situ data and advanced spatial and temporal analysis methodologies to monitor oceanic and coastal conditions in Latin America and the Caribbean, ensuring accuracy and regional relevance.

It currently has two monitoring variables: Sea Surface Temperature (SST) and Chlorophyll-a (Chl-a).

Objective

Strengthen the management of the ocean and coastal areas through validated information on temperature, water salinity, sea surface height, current speed, sea ice, nutrients, carbon, transparency, turbidity and sea surface waves, among other essential parameters for scientific research and adaptation to climate change.

Methodology

We added terrain data and refined machine learning models to give these services a more precise and regionally validated character.

Based on the Copernicus Marine Services, this system adapts global models to the LAC regional scale by incorporating field observations for calibration and validation. It uses mathematical models and machine learning to improve accuracy, resolution, and local applicability, providing key tools for coastal and marine decision-making.