Arctic tundra now emits planet-warming pollution, federal report finds
Arctic tundra, which has stored carbon for thousands of years, has now become a source of planet-warming pollution.
Most big coastal cities have areas sinking faster than sea level rise
44 of the 48 most populous coastal cities have areas sinking faster than the sea level is rising
Rate of sea level rise around New Zealand doubles in past 60 years
Climate change named as major driver, with up to $14bn in infrastructure at risk from higher sea level
EU slammed over failure to protect marine life from ‘destructive’ fishing
Strict no-take policies urged by scientists, who note there is less protection in 59% of marine protected areas than outside MPAs
Dark matter and lithium water: 15 big issues poised to affect oceans and coastlines
Global experts consider the impact of emerging trends on marine and coastal biodiversity
Influential seafood guide recommends against consuming lobster over danger to whales
An international seafood rating program has red-listed the American lobster because it poses a threat to the survival of endangered North Atlantic right whales.
Rescued Irrawaddy dolphin calf dies despite weeks of care
An Irrawaddy dolphin calf who was rescued and nursed day and night for weeks by veterinarians and volunteers has died despite all their efforts.
More than 90% of identifiable trash in North Pacific Garbage Patch comes from just six countries
A team of researchers has found via sampling and testing that more than 90% of the identifiable trash swirling around in the North Pacific Garbage Patch comes from just six countries.
Discovered in the deep: the incredible fish with a transparent head
The rare barreleye fish tracks its prey with extremely light-sensitive rotating eyes encased in a see-through canopy
Shell Ruling in South Africa a ‘Victory Against Capitalist Extraction and Destruction of Our Future’
Climate campaigners across South Africa and beyond celebrated a Thursday court ruling against Shell seismic blasting in search of fossil fuels along the country’s Wild Coast
New aquaculture technology can help ease the global food crisis with ‘enriched seaweed’
Seaweed can be regarded as a natural superfood, more abundant in the necessary components of the human diet than other food sources
Red tide on California lake causes dead fish to line shore
Red tide on a northern California lake has caused the shore to be lined with dead fish, local experts said.
Killer whales are ‘attacking’ sailboats near Europe’s coast. Scientists don’t know why
Some sailboats have had to be towed into port after orcas destroyed their rudders.
Bumblebee population increases 116 times over in ‘remarkable’ Scotland rewilding project
‘The sound of traffic and a uniform sea of barley have been replaced by the most beautiful meadows, full of wildflowers, young saplings and the buzz of bees’
Barbados Completes World’s First ‘Debt-for-Climate’ Swap
Barbados has secured the world’s first “debt-for-climate” swap to finance crucial water and sewage projects that will help the island cope with the destructive impacts of climate change.
Killer whales have found new homes in the Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology
The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms.
Pollution in Delhi hits record high, cloaking city in smog
India’s capital, Delhi, imposes emergency measures including closing schools and offices and barring heavy vehicles.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest
Danish lawmakers on Monday agreed on a deal to plant one billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest and natural habitats over the next two decades in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage.