There are two aspects to implementation of the assessments of climate variability, one involving future scientific work and the other society adaptation. From a scientific point, it will be necessary to document and predict change. Scientific technology and results from the large global programs should be applied toward acquiring long time series of data (direct velocity, hydrography and tracers) useful for monitoring of the DWBC components at the source regions and at several locations downstream. Presently there are too few of these time series in place. These data will be used in the development of predictive models. Present models are limited for many reasons, including understanding of the dynamics of the recirculation gyres, realistic bottom topography, mixing parameters, etc. As we look toward future models, it is important to remember that tracer data contain imprints of the past. Such information provides critical tests for the time integration of models.
Another aspect of the implementation of assessments of climate variability relates to the global nature of climate change. It involves the understanding of communities' ability to adapt to environmental stresses, such as global warming. The adaptation could involve increased demands for cooling (heating), and more efficient energy systems, appliances and transportation. It could involve adaptation of new agricultural, water and land use policies. As part of the implementation it will be necessary to educate the policy makers and the public.