Cooperative Institute for Climate and Ecosystem Studies

The Cooperative Institute for Climate and Ecosystem Studies (CICES) is a collaborative research organization that brings together scientists from NOAA and academic institutions to study climate and ecosystems. Its goal is to understand how climate change affects natural environments and communities, providing valuable knowledge to inform policy and conservation efforts. CICES conducts advanced research, offers training, and develops new tools to monitor environmental changes, ultimately helping society better prepare for and adapt to a changing climate while protecting ecosystems.