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Diamond Dust Proposed as Geoengineering Solution for Global Warming

October 23, 2024

A new study published in Geophysical Research Letters suggests that diamond dust could be an effective SRM material. The study compared seven compounds and found diamonds to be the most efficient for reflecting solar radiation. Researchers propose spraying five million ..

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Wetlands Vital in Global Biodiversity Strategies

October 22, 2024

The UN Biodiversity Conference is currently underway in Cali, Colombia. A recent assessment by 35 percent ltd, commissioned by Wetlands International, marks the importance of wetlands in National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). This assessment follows COP15, where nations ..

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Koalas Face Extinction: Causes and Conservation Efforts

October 21, 2024

Koalas, iconic Australian marsupials, face imminent extinction. Their populations have plummeted to between 95,000 and 524,000. In 2022, the government classified East Coast koalas as ‘endangered’. Various factors contribute to their decline, including habitat loss and disease. Factors Contributing to ..

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Cyclone Dana Expected to Form in Bay of Bengal

October 20, 2024

A new cyclone is expected to form in the Bay of Bengal. It will be named ‘Dana’, which means a beautiful, precious pearl in Arabic. This name was proposed by Qatar. The cyclone is predicted to intensify within the next ..

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What is fourth global coral bleaching event (GCBE4)?

October 20, 2024

The fourth global coral bleaching event (GCBE4) began in January 2023. It is the most extensive and rapid coral bleaching event recorded. According to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), 99.9% of coral reefs in the Atlantic Ocean have experienced ..

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What are ‘Forever Chemicals’?

October 20, 2024

A recent study has found toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ in drinking water worldwide. These chemicals, known as perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), were detected in both tap and bottled water in major cities across the UK and China. Researchers from the University of ..

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Expensive Farmed Salmon Threatens Affordable Fish Access Globally

October 18, 2024

A study published on October 16, 2024, in Science Advances, explores how the rising demand for farmed salmon is making it harder for coastal communities to access affordable fish. The research, led by Patricia Majluf from Cayetano Heredia University, focuses ..

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New Temperature Regimes Threaten Tropical Forest Biodiversity Areas

October 17, 2024

A study published in Conservation Letters shows that up to 66% of Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) in tropical forests are now experiencing new, extreme temperature changes. These changes could severely affect the diverse plant and animal life in these critical ..

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Sun Reaches Solar Maximum, Increasing Activity and Impacts

October 17, 2024

The Sun has entered a period called solar maximum, part of its current solar cycle, which has led to an increase in sunspots and solar activity. This phase could affect everyday life on Earth, according to Jamie Favors, head of ..

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Global Biodiversity Declines 73% Since 1970, Urgent Action Needed

October 11, 2024

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) released its Living Planet Report 2024 on October 10, revealing a disturbing 73% decline in global wildlife populations since 1970. This sharp drop highlights the severe impact of human activities on the world’s biodiversity and ..

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