AI-Powered Ocean Health and Carbon Sequestration Monitoring

This system uses a transformer-based machine learning model to predict chlorophyll concentrations in the ocean, helping researchers assess marine ecosystem health and capacity for carbon uptake. Developed by the National Research Council Canada in partnership with the University of Victoria, it processes publicly available ocean sensor data using a remotely operated vehicle. The system is currently in development and is used exclusively by Government of Canada employees — it does not affect members of the public directly, and no personal information is collected.