World Hydrography Day is observed on June 21 every year to raise awareness about hydrography and the essential role that it plays in improved knowledge of the seas and oceans. Hydrography largely deals with the measurement and description of the physical features of oceans, seas, coastal areas, lakes and rivers.
The theme this year is "Hydrography - contributing to the United Nations Ocean Decade".
The goal is to highlight how hydrography as an applied science supports the sustainable use of the oceans. This can include how up-to-date surveys and data can be used for initiatives for the protection of the marine environment, coastal zone management, marine protected areas, marine spatial data infrastructures, renewable energies, and all other components of the blue economy.
WHD provides opportunities to publicise the work and services carried out by national hydrographic offices, industry partners, expert contributors, and the scientific community. Everyone can participate. Organizations are invited to forward to the Secretariat any materials they create in support of their WHD celebrations to post on the IHO online communication outlets. This can include pictures, videos, or even articles.
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