Aerial view of the Complex for Waterfront Access To Exploration and Research (CWATER). (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

West view of CWATER showing the proposed new facility in the foreground and the existing Bigelow building in the background. (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

Flexible laboratory space catalyzes “solutions science” collaborations as needed, addressing pressing global challenges, from food and energy security to climate change. (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

CWATER will provide a remarkable platform for WHOI’s renowned education programs. (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

An expanded test well will enable scientists and engineers to test and refine game-changing new technologies. (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

A new robotics port will serve as a launch pad for autonomous underwater vehicles from ships and shore, expanding ocean exploration and data gathering exponentially. (Artist concept rendering @Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)