French Coasts on Alert as “Tide of the Century” Looms
Parts of the French coast are on alert for the so-called “tide of the century” over the weekend with tidal coefficients of 118 and 119 respectively on Saturday and Sunday.
Cyclone Nathan over Cape York Peninsula, Australia
NASA’s Aqua satellite captured this image of tropical cyclone Nathan as it passed over the Cape York peninsula in March 2015.
Record Crowds in Outer Banks Against Offshore Drilling, NC
An Outer Banks storm is brewing against plans to drill offshore. Dare County, local towns and other organizations tied to tourism have written resolutions opposed to drilling off the Atlantic Ocean coast.
Flat CO2 Emissions Not Enough to Curb Climate Change, Experts Say
Global emissions of carbon dioxide stalled in 2014, marking the first time in 40 years that there was no climb in CO2 emissions during a time of economic growth. The results suggest that efforts to reduce emissions may be on the upswing, but experts say the situation is not so simple.
Conservationist Murders Threaten Costa Rica’s Eco-Friendly Reputation
The brutal murder of Jairo Mora, who was trying to protect endangered turtle eggs, was the latest in a string of crimes against environmentalists in the country. Since 1989, the murder of 10 environmentalists have gone unsolved. Environmental and human rights groups are calling for reforms to address the dangers these environmental protectors face.
Communities Leading the Way to Save Madagascar’s Mangroves
A recent study carried out by the University of Antananarivo and Blue Ventures found that between 1990 and 2010, Ambanja and Ambaro Bays lost approximately 20 percent of their mangroves. In northwest Madagascar, charcoal production for urban markets is the biggest driver of this loss.
Biodegradable Plastics Are as Persistent as Regular Plastics, Study Finds
Plastics designed to degrade don’t break down any faster than their conventional counterparts, according to research published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology.
World’s Largest Single Marine Reserve Created in Pacific
The UK Government announced the creation of the world’s largest contiguous ocean reserve, setting aside 322,000 square miles (830,000 square kilometers) around the remote Pitcairn Islands in the South Pacific for special protection.
Dealing with Beach Erosion; Maintenance, Monitoring Program Eyed; AL
Since a $50,000 beach repair emergency project was completed last July, a large chunk of beach has eroded and the council will soon consider implementing a beach monitoring and maintenance program.