The Trusts
A Shared Vision
Collectively, we recognize the importance of investing in ocean and coastal research and monitoring to address emerging ocean and coastal issues, inform state policies and management, provide scientific-based information to policymakers, and raise awareness, appreciation, understanding, and support of ocean and coastal research and monitoring.
California Ocean Science Trust (California OST) strengthens the bridge between scientific research and sound ocean management. Created by state legislation, California OST supports and brings world-class science and innovation together with state and federal policymakers to accelerate progress toward a healthy and resilient coast and ocean.
The Oregon Ocean Science Trust (Oregon OST) drives the science required for a thriving, sustainable coastline. Established by state legislation, Oregon OST funds collaborative, peer-reviewed marine research, connecting ocean data with decision-makers to accelerate progress toward a healthy and resilient coast.
 Carbon dioxide and the ocean |  Remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) |  Physical oceanography measurements |
|---|---|---|
 Wave action |  Kelp |  Dungeness crab |
 Scientist collecting a sediment core to assess carbon sequestration rates in the sediment of a tidal |  Wave energy converters |