The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is a "global system for sustained observations of the ocean" that is sponsored by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission, the United Nations Environment Programme, the World Meteorological Organization, and the International Council for Science. Visitors to the Observing System's web site can learn about its history, organization, regional alliances, national members, and meetings and events. Visitors may also access numerous documents, including a variety of GOOS-related reports.