Fukushima leaks: Japan PM steps in
Japan’s prime minister has promised “firm measures” to combat leaks of radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant after its operator, Tepco, was criticised for a lack of action.
Atlantic Hurricane Season On Track To Be Above-Normal
NOAA issued its updated Atlantic hurricane season outlook today saying the season is shaping up to be above normal with the possibility that it could be very active.
Environmentalists Alarmed at Tourism Plans for Small Islands
The Venezuelan government’s plans to develop tourism infrastructure on virtually uninhabited highly biodiverse small islands in the southern Caribbean have triggered warnings from environmentalists.
Govt, Energy Industry Accused of Suppressing Fracking Dangers
New signs have emerged in recent days which indicate that extreme measures are being taken in order to suppress evidence of the pernicious effects of the energy extraction method known as hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking”.
Arctic Ocean More Vulnerable to Human-Induced Changes Than Antarctic Ocean
A team of scientists found evidence suggesting that the Arctic Ocean is more vulnerable to human-induced changes than the Antarctic Ocean.
Disappearance Of Coral Reefs, Drastically Altered Marine Food Web On the Horizon
If history’s closest analog is any indication, the look of the oceans will change drastically in the future as the coming greenhouse world alters marine food webs and gives certain species advantages over others.
Starved polar bear perished due to record sea-ice melt, says expert
Climate change has reduced ice in the Arctic to record lows in the past year, forcing animals to range further in search of food
Which Way for Goleta Beach?
Save Sand? Protect Lawn? Inside the debate over the future of a southern california popular coastal park and ongoing battle with beach erosion.
A Sandstorm is Coming: Courtesy Sand Mafia And Sand Mining
Rampant sand mining will have dire ecological consequences, warn environmentalists.