NOAA Research and Development Vision Areas : 2020-2026

This seven year NOAA Research and Development Vision Areas (Vision) characterizes the priorities and guidance for NOAA’s R&D activities from 2020-2026. The Vision provides direction on NOAA’s R&D and enables proactive actions to align NOAA’s resources, budget, and functional activities to achieve stated goals. Research and development are cornerstones of NOAA’s wide-ranging scientific assessments, forecasting capabilities, advancement of environmental sensors and technologies, and engagement with stakeholders and international organizations. The Vision is organized into three vision areas: 1. Reducing societal impacts from hazardous weather and other environmental phenomena; 2. Sustainable use and stewardship of ocean and coastal resources; 3. A robust and effective research, development, and transition enterprise.