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Plastic pollution in the oceans has long been a concern due to its detrimental effects on marine life. However, a recent study conducted by Northeastern researcher Aron Stubbins has shed light on another alarming consequence of microplastics in the ocean. The study reveals that microplastics may hinder the ocean’s ability to mitigate the climate crisis

In a recent study led by the University of East Anglia (UEA), researchers have highlighted the importance of recognizing and respecting the various ways in which nature is valued. The research emphasizes that different perspectives on nature’s value can significantly impact environmental decision-making processes. While international agreements like the Sustainable Development Goals aim for a

In the realm of climate policy, it is crucial to understand the real impact of carbon pricing systems on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A recent meta-study conducted by a research team has shed light on the empirically measured effects of these systems, providing a more comprehensive overview than ever before. The research team utilized artificial

A recent study conducted by Earth scientist Niels de Winter has shed light on the impact of climate change on seasonal temperatures. Through analyzing fossil shells from mollusks that lived during the Pliocene era, approximately three million years ago, de Winter and his colleagues were able to uncover valuable data about how summers and winters

In a world where global temperatures are reaching alarming levels, the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has become more critical than ever. Methane, in particular, has been identified as a major contributor to climate change due to its potent global warming potential. Traditional methods of monitoring methane emissions have been limited in their effectiveness,

Greenland, a massive island located in the Arctic, is experiencing significant ice melt due to rising global temperatures. This ice melt has serious implications for sea levels and climate change. Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) have developed a new method to track ice melt in Greenland on a daily basis, providing valuable

The rate of atmospheric carbon dioxide increase today has been found to be ten times faster than at any point in the past 50,000 years. This startling discovery was made through a detailed chemical analysis of ancient Antarctic ice, shedding light on abrupt climate change periods in Earth’s history. Published in the Proceedings of the

The transition from the African humid period (AHP) to dry conditions in North Africa serves as a significant example of climate tipping points in recent geological history. These tipping points occur when small perturbations trigger a large, non-linear response in the system, leading to a shift in the climate to a different future state. This

Recently, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin conducted a study analyzing seven years of earthquake data from the Midland Basin. The findings revealed a concerning trend – seismic activity is shifting northeast towards the community of Big Spring. While past earthquakes were primarily concentrated in the southwest region near Odessa and Midland, a

Maintaining the health and vitality of intertidal areas and salt marshes is vital for the future of our coasts, according to a recent study published in Nature Geoscience by a team of Dutch-Chinese researchers. The research conducted by NIOZ researcher Tim Grandjean highlights the necessity of turbid water for the growth and preservation of these

The movement of tectonic plates is responsible for shaping the rocky features that adorn Earth’s surface. From the formation of mountain ranges to ocean trenches, the convergence and divergence of these plates play a crucial role. However, it is not solely the plates themselves that dictate Earth’s topography. The mantle layer beneath them exerts its

A recent study has shed light on the alarming increase in the number of forest fires in West and Central Africa’s wet, tropical forests. Over the course of 18 years, the frequency of active fires has doubled, with a significant rise observed in the Congo Basin. The surge in forest fires can be attributed to