climate-change
Cutting Emissions More Could Save 33,000 U.S. Lives Yearly
New research reveals that prioritizing direct emissions cuts over carbon removal could save 33,000 U.S. lives annually by improving air quality. This…
How Coastal Carbon Removal Could Backfire When Pushed Too Far
Scientists warn that coastal carbon removal techniques, designed to pull CO2 from seawater, may backfire if pushed too hard. Adding excess alkalinity…
Two Humpback Whales Shatter Records with Epic Australia-Brazil Swim
Scientists tracked two humpback whales completing the longest recorded mammal migration between Australia and Brazil, revealing new insights into marine navigation. This…
Ancient Ocean Currents Flipped Atlantic and Pacific Oxygen Patterns 15 Million Years Ago
Fifteen million years ago, ocean circulation reversed oxygen patterns in the Atlantic and Pacific, a discovery that sheds light on today’s expanding…
El Niño Is Back: Why This Climate Phenomenon Could Fuel Record Heat in 2024
El Niño has officially returned, and scientists warn it could push global temperatures into uncharted territory. This climate phenomenon, paired with human-caused…
Why Solar Geoengineering Still Faces Major Practical Challenges
Solar geoengineering, often seen as a last-resort climate fix, is far from ready for deployment. The technology faces major practical challenges that…
Palm Oil, Coconut, and Soybean Crops Drive 30% More Species Extinction Than Estimated
New research reveals that palm oil, coconut, and soybean farming accelerates species extinction by 30% more than previous estimates. These crops fuel…
Super El Niños Could Weaken in a Warmer World, Study Warns
Climate change may be sapping the power of Super El Niños, the Pacific warming events that trigger extreme weather worldwide. New research…
Global Map Reveals 30% of Coral Reefs May Survive Climate Shocks
A new global study identifies resilient coral reefs that could withstand climate shocks—offering hope for marine conservation. These 'bright spots' cover nearly…
Solar Geoengineering Could Shield 75% of Oceans from Deadly Heat Waves
Marine heat waves are wreaking havoc on ocean ecosystems and global food supplies. Solar geoengineering could protect up to 75% of the…
Mountains Store 30% More Carbon Than We Thought—Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal
New research reveals hilly landscapes trap far more carbon in soil than previously estimated, reshaping climate models. This discovery could transform how…
Gulf Stream Shifted North 12,900 Years Ago—Here’s What It Means for Climate Today
New evidence shows the Gulf Stream veered north during a sudden ice age 12,900 years ago, disrupting ocean ecosystems. This historic shift…