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Since the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion in the Gulf of Mexico on April 21, 2010, the emphasis has been on capping the oil well and protecting the shoreline. The immediate environmental impact is clearly visible. However, the direct and indirect economic impacts in the coastal areas of the five Gulf States are not yet fully known. Dun and Bradstreet, a world leader in business information and commercial insight, has prepared a preliminary analysis of the potential economic impact.
The U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System(IOOS)
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The Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS®) is a federal, regional, and private-sector partnership working to enhance our ability to collect, deliver, and use ocean information. IOOS delivers the data and information needed to increase understanding of our oceans and coasts, so decision makers can take action to improve safety, enhance the economy, and protect the environment.
