COL is a community-based organization in Washington, D.C. working to ensure sound science underpins ocean policy and decision-making at the federal level. As the voice of the ocean science and technology community, COL is the trusted resource for policymakers seeking credible information about ocean challenges and opportunities, societal impacts, and science-based solutions. Our strong reputation enables us to magnify our members’ ability to shape the future of ocean science and technology.

By joining COL, your institution teams up with other ocean science and technology organizations giving ocean research and federal funding a voice at the federal level – and keeping them national priorities.