PANAJI
The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with New Delhi-based National Productivity Council (NPC) to collaborate in environment-related areas including data analytics and fighting oil spills, besides renewable energy exploration.
"The aim of this MoU is primarily to develop a long-term joint working partnership in the areas of environmental management, climate resilience in coastal zones and communities, oceanographic data analytics, environmental impact studies and modelling to predict environmental impact, besides identifying remedial and mitigation measures and contributing to policy research," a statement issued by NIO on Saturday said.
Governed by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, NIO said the deal will also focus on assessing macro and microplastics in the nation's waters, including rivers and seas.
Oceanographic modelling and data analytics pertaining to environmental factors and pollutants in Coastal Regulatory Zone, marine environment and forecasting are other areas covered in the MoU.
As per the terms of the MoU, emergency plans will be prepared and risk analysis related to oil spills will be prepared as will monitoring and assessment studies for projects in CRZ, ports and harbours.
