Great Lakes information in your hands. GLOS provides end-to-end data services that support science, policy, management, and industry in the Great Lakes.
GLOS Provides Essential Services The Great Lakes Observing System provides support for critical infrastructure and services that support national security, economic resilience, efficient maritime commerce, offshore industry, and public health & safety.
GLOS projects support science, policy, management, and industry in the Great Lakes. When choosing what to fund, we are guided by our priorities.
A request for proposals for projects expanding GLOS’ capacity for monitoring the impacts of coastal hazards was developed and released in late fall 2025. Five projects have been selected for funding: The Buffalo-Niagara Waterkeeper will develop a local water level observing network in eastern Lake Erie and the surrounding watershed.
Data served via GLOS is certified by the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), which means that it adheres to common federal standards for the entire data lifecycle. GLOS is the Great Lakes’ Regional Information Coordination Entity (RICE). Because of this, your data can be easily shared with other researchers and data systems and better integrated into the network. Many researchers and ...
Through the Great Lakes Coastal Warning System project, GLOS and SwimSmart aim to significantly advance beach safety and coastal observations.
FIFA: South Africa at the FIFA World Cup: Team profile and history
Read through South Africa's World Cup history and memorable moments. Follow their road to the tournament with the latest on their fixtures, group and coach. The drought is over for South Africa. After ...