Modern sea-level rise linked to human activities, Rutgers research reaffirms
New research by Rutgers scientists reaffirms that modern sea-level rise is linked to human activities and not to changes in Earth’s orbit. The paper reconstructed the history of sea levels and glaciation since the age of the dinosaurs ended.
How a 1,000‑year‑old tsunami in the Indian Ocean points to greater risk than originally thought
Tsunami risk has been considered to be low in East African countries, mainly because of the limited damage caused by the 2004 tsunami. Until now.
Still sandy after all these years
When oceanographer Serge Andréfouet first saw a satellite image of the Great Bahama Bank, he knew the colors and contours were special. There are many nice seagrass and sand patterns worldwide, but none like this anywhere on Earth,
Editorial: Oppose barrier island development, South Carolina
A $100 million project for a high-end resort on Bay Point Island didn’t meet Beaufort County’s definition of “ecotourism” in December. But now they do.
Is the future more plastic?
The current pandemic has led to surging amounts of plastic waste, although a recent study suggests that the coronavirus might actually persist longer on plastics than on other materials. Battling plastic waste is much more complex than fighting COVID-19.
Trump dismantles environmental protections under cover of coronavirus
The Trump administration is diligently weakening US environment protections even amid a global pandemic, continuing its rollback against the environment, as the November election approaches.
Stunning Photos of Zanzibar’s Beaches and Architecture; Aline Coquelle
The Tanzanian archipelago of Zanzibar is paradise defined: there are powdery white sand beaches, swaying palms, and the brilliant blue waters of the Indian Ocean, begging a dip.
UN Report: Nature’s Dangerous Decline Unprecedented; Species Extinction Rates Accelerating
Nature is declining globally at rates unprecedented in human history –We are eroding the very foundations of our economies, livelihoods, food security, health and quality of life worldwide. But the Report also tells us that it is not too late to make a difference, only if we start now at every level from local to global.
Outcry as Spanish beach sprayed with bleach
Authorities in a Spanish coastal resort near Cadiz, have apologised after spraying a beach with bleach in an attempt to protect children from coronavirus. Environmentalists say this unnecessary move caused “brutal damage” to the local ecosystem.