climate change
What are the different types of renewable energy?
Renewable energy is generating power using sustainable, environmentally-friendly sources. Research has shown that the effects of climate change, caused by industries such as meat,...
Equatorial coral reefs less affected by global warming
Ocean warming is threatening coral reefs globally. Whenever sea temperatures rise in an area, coral reefs degrade. However, a new study has found that...
Seals to keep watch on remote Antarctic glacier
Two species of seals will help keep watch on a huge glacier in West Antarctica that is at risk of collapse.
The Impact of Rising Sea Levels on the US
One of the main issues posing a threat to the environment as we know it today is that sea levels are rising at a...
Fleet of robots maps ocean fronts
The robots will help us to understand and monitor how key issues such as climate change, ocean acidification, unsustainable fishing, pollution, waste, loss of habitats and biodiversity, shipping, security and mining are affecting global ocean sustainability and stewardship.
Which marine mammals are most at risk from increased Arctic ship traffic?
The most vulnerable marine mammals were found to be narwhals. These animals migrate through parts of the Northwest Passage to and from their summertime habitats.
Offshore wind farming is the most underrated source of renewable energy
In recent years, more and more attention has been given to renewable energy sources in contrast to the traditionally oversought crude oils, natural gases...
3 reasons why sea level is rising
What has caused a sea level rise of 80 mm in just the last 24 years?
Great Barrier Reef suffers extreme coral bleaching for the second year in a row
What we’re seeing is unprecedented - the reef is fighting for its life.
Fat helps corals cope with global warming
Study reveals that corals which store fat are more able to survive bleaching events.
When the water in which they live gets too warm, corals...