NASA Sea Level Science Makes Waves on World Ocean Day
NASA's SEAL project engaged over 1,000 visitors at the University of Georgia Aquarium during World Ocean Day to educate the public on sea level rise. The event featured interactive tools, including an augmented reality sandbox, to help coastal communities understand climate change impacts and resilience strategies.
Why it matters
This initiative demonstrates how scientific data can be translated into accessible public education to help vulnerable coastal regions prepare for environmental changes.
More than 1,000 visitors explored NASA sea level science firsthand during World Ocean Day at the University of Georgia Aquarium on Skidaway Island on June 6, 2026. The free event was supported by NASA's Science Activation program through the Sea Level Education, Awareness, and Literacy (SEAL) project - a national effort that connects NASA sea level rise data with educators and coastal communities, particularly those historically underserved and already experiencing sea level impacts.
SEAL is a partnership between NASA and four NOAA Sea Grant programs working together to expand sea level rise understanding across U.S. coastal regions. By co-developing lesson plans, interactive activities, and place‑based learning experiences, SEAL helps educators engage learners with real NASA observations, models, and projections while strengthening community resilience to climate change.
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