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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a United States scientific and regulatory agency responsible for forecasting weather, monitoring oceanic and atmospheric conditions, and managing marine resources. With a budget of over $5.4 billion and a workforce of approximately 12,000 employees, NOAA plays a critical role in protecting the nation's coastal communities, promoting sustainable fisheries, and advancing our understanding of the Earth's climate system. Founded on October 3, 1970, NOAA is headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, and is part of the United States Department of Commerce. As a leader in environmental science and stewardship, NOAA collaborates with international partners, such as the [[world-meteorological-organization|World Meteorological Organization]], to address global challenges like climate change and ocean conservation. With its fleet of research vessels, including the [[noaa-ronald-h-brown|NOAA Ronald H. Brown]], and its network of weather forecasting systems, NOAA is at the forefront of efforts to protect the nation's natural resources and promote economic growth. As noted by [[janet-barrett|Janet Barrett]], a former NOAA administrator, 'NOAA's work is essential to the nation's economic and environmental well-being,' and its contributions have been recognized by organizations such as the [[national-academy-of-sciences|National Academy of Sciences]].