Rivers are one of the main sources of pollution by microplastics (5 to 0.0001 mm in size) and nanoplastics (smaller than 0.0001mm) in the oceans.
All Aquatic Species in River Mouths are Contaminated by Microplastics
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Non-Native Species Likely to Continue Spreading in North America, Australia and Europe
Naturalised species, which are not native but have established themselves in new locations, could spread even further in many parts of the world, new research shows.
Climate Engineering Could Slow Antarctic Ice Loss, Study Shows
Scattering sunlight-reflecting particles in the atmosphere could slow rapid melting in West Antarctica and reduce the risk of catastrophic sea-level rise, according to a study led by Indiana University researchers.
Roaming Seabirds Need Ocean-Wide Protection
Seabirds roam far and wide in the Indian Ocean – so they need ocean-wide protection, new research shows.
Research Provides Crucial Insights Into Moss Growth Under Elevated CO2 Levels That May Benefit Climate Change Models
Approximately 12,000 species of mosses exist and cover close to four million square miles of earth, equivalent to the size of Canada, and are ecologically and evolutionarily important.
The Planet Just Had its Warmest October on Record
The planet added another record-breaking month to 2023, with October ranking as the warmest October in the 174-year global climate record.
