Heat trapped by greenhouse gases is raising ocean temperatures faster than previously thought, concludes an analysis of four recent ocean-heating observations.
Oceans are warming even faster than previously thought
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Parched Project Explores Water Issues in Canada
Rising among fir and spruce on the Canadian Shield, the Ottawa River flows through forests and wetlands and alongside bucolic orchards and farms.
How Dangerous is Microplastic?
After early reports of microplastic pollution in our oceans and beaches sounded the alarm, the global scientific community intensified its focus into this area.
A Little Squid Sheds Light on Evolution with Bacteria
Bacteria, which are vital for the health of all animals, also played a major role in the evolution of animals and their tissues.
Murky Water Keeps Fish on Edge
A study led by researchers at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University found fish become anxious and more cautious when water quality is degraded by sediment, an effect that could stunt their growth and damage their health.
Social and Environmental Costs of Hydropower Are Underestimated, Study Shows
While most developed countries have reduced the construction of large dams for the production of electricity in recent decades, developing countries, including Brazil, have embarked on even more massive hydropower developments.
