Co-Designing the Future of Ocean Technology and Data

Ocean Motion Technologies and The Ocean Foundation have co-authored “Co-Designing the Future of Ocean Technology & Data: Lessons from Global Workshops.” This report brings together insights from experts across 17 countries – identifying barriers, opportunities, and shared priorities for a more inclusive and data-driven blue economy.

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“Ocean monitoring technology is advancing rapidly, enabling real-time data, AI-driven analysis, and sustainable marine management. The workshop has been a great platform for collaboration and exploring innovative solutions for ocean conservation.”

– Participant reflection

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPERS TO INCREASE EQUIPMENT ACCESS:

  • Produce low-cost options to increase accessibility for more researchers.
  • Create higher modularity in design to build more comprehensive measurement options over time.
  • Establish features to reduce risk of loss and bolster confidence in purchasing higher-cost equipment.
  • Support user-friendly maintenance and accessible spare parts to reduce the need for servicing abroad.
  • Include servicing plans or vouchers with international shipment to support maintenance returns.
  • Limit instrument size and weight to facilitate easier and safer deployments from smaller vessels.
  • Ensure spare parts are easily accessible across all geographical regions.
  • Test novel instruments in a variety of locations and nearshore conditions to ensure functionality around
  • the globe, including warm tropical latitudes.
  • Integrate low-cost internet, coupled with high-bandwidth capabilities, into instrumentation in remote
  • ocean regions.
  • Prioritize improving stable and sufficient energy options for hardware operation.
Responses to “What workshop participants are most interested in monitoring using ocean technology?” The most common responses include currents, temperature, and water quality.
Responses to “What workshop participants are most interested in monitoring using ocean technology?” The most common responses include currents, temperature, and water quality.
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