Next Generation Multiplatform Ocean Observing Technologies for Research
Infrastructures
GEORGE is a Horizon Europe-funded project that develops
novel
technologies to improve ocean observations. The technologies developed
will represent the next level
in systematic long-term autonomous ocean
observations.
Novel technologies
Operational models for next-generation, high-precision sensors and platform technology for monitoring the ocean carbon system. Simple and energy-efficient, ready for the market.
Integrated ocean data
Fully integrated carbon observing systems across European marine research infrastructures, enabling better data to support science and decision-making.
Online training platform
Easy-to-use online training platform, offering training for technical staff to enable them to operate seamlessly across research infrastructures.
GEORGE brings together 28 leading partners from academia and industry alike, including three research infrastructures: EMSO ERIC, Euro-Argo ERIC and ICOS ERIC. Together these three ERICs cover the whole expanse of European marine waters.
For scientists
The new sensor and platform technologies developed by GEORGE can dramatically enhance the coverage, continuity and spatiotemporal resolution of marine observations. The new technology will be able to reach parts of the ocean that are currently inaccessible, such as polar areas, the deep sea and areas outside of commercial shipping routes. GEORGE will also enable scientists and research technicians to test the new instruments and take part in online training.
For industry
GEORGE is a powerful collaboration of academic and industry partners. The project’s expert team develops sensor technology that can be integrated into floats, moorings and ships and used for high-precision, accurate measurements of ocean carbon systems. The project is expected to develop new autonomous sensors and samplers to a technology readiness level (TRL) for commercialisation by industry partners.
For policy makers
GEORGE aims to provide policymakers with high-quality and reliable scientific data on the ocean’s condition. This data will help them make quick and informed decisions on how to adapt to climate change and reduce its impacts. The project will also enhance the competitiveness of European industries that produce and supply ocean observation equipment and technology.
News
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GEORGE at EGU24
GEORGE will be presented at EGU24 on Monday 15 April, from 8:30-12:30 in Hall X4 as part of the poster session “OS4.9 – The Copernicus Marine Service and the future European Digital Twin of the Ocean.” The author attendance is on Monday 15 April between 10:45-12:30. Click here to view the poster in detail GEORGE partners at EGU24…
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Ocean scientists call for increased efforts towards a global surface ocean carbon observing system
Late last year, over a hundred ocean carbon scientists, including several GEORGE partners, from around the world met at Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) in Oostende, Belgium, to review the status of the Surface Ocean Carbon Value Chain and decide on specific improvements to the structure, process and information sharing. Now they have released a declaration…
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GEORGE at the UN Ocean Decade Conference 2024: “Technologies in Sustainable Ocean Observations – from Low Cost to New Technology development”
Three years after the start of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030), a global conference will bring together the Ocean Decade community and partners to celebrate achievements and set joint priorities for the future of the Decade. Hosted by Spain and co-organized with UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC/UNESCO), the 2024 UN Ocean…
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Roadmap published for sensor and platform integration and sea deployments over 4 years
A new deliverable report has been published as part of the HORIZON-funded project GEORGE, Next Generation Multiplatform Ocean Observing Technologies for Research Infrastructures. The deliverable 5.1 “Technology validation and prototyping Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) and trials project plan” will be the road map to the integration across the new sensors and platforms, to the deployments…