IOC – Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission

The IOC is a specialized body of UNESCO that promotes international cooperation in marine science, ocean observation, and sustainable management of the oceans. It develops standards and guidelines for oceanographic data collection and supports capacity building for coastal and marine management. The commission facilitates global initiatives such as GOOS and GLOSS to monitor and understand ocean and climate dynamics.

More Info: https://www.ioc.unesco.org/en