Mission Statement: Promoting a healthier planet through science and partnership.
The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, often referred to as “Oceans, Environment and Science” or “OES,” was created in 1974 by Congress.
OES is currently headed by acting Assistant Secretary Ambassador Judith G. Garber and works to advance U.S. foreign policy goals in such critical areas as climate change, wildlife trafficking, water, polar issues, oceans policy, infectious diseases, science and technology, and space policy, to name a few.
The links on the left will provide you with a more detailed look at our leadership, structure and activities.
“We need to elevate the environment in everything we do.”
Secretary Kerry,
March 7, 2014
