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World’s Longest CO? Monitoring Interrupted by Volcanic Eruption

The world’s longest continuous carbon dioxide (CO?) measurement series has been interrupted by an eruption of Mauna Loa, the largest active volcano on Earth. The

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North Sea Pollution Decreases

The pollution levels in the North Sea have significantly decreased over the past four decades, according to sediment samples taken by scientists. The Federal Maritime

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Electric cars proven climate-friendly

Electric cars are often considered more environmentally friendly than traditional combustion engine vehicles due to their lack of local emissions. However, the production of electric

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Record-breaking 38°C in Arctic

The world has witnessed yet another year of record-breaking heatwaves, with the Siberian city of Verkhoyansk in the Arctic reaching a scorching 38 degrees Celsius.

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Surprising Southern Ocean CO2 Sink

The Southern Ocean, also known as the South Polar Ocean, absorbs more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it releases, according to a recent study

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Rapid Recovery of Tropical Forests

Tropical forests that have been cleared are recovering surprisingly quickly, according to a study by scientists at Wageningen University. The resulting secondary forests should therefore

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More seals return to Wadden Sea

The largest predatory animal in Germany, the grey seal, is making a comeback in the Wadden Sea. Despite being considered endangered, the number of newborn

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Extinction of Species Fuels Wildfires

The Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC) is accelerating due to climate change, which could have significant impacts on local climate and marine ecosystems. The ACC is

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Edible Grasshoppers Approved for Consumption

The European Commission has recently approved the consumption of the European Migratory Locust as a food source. This large, sociable flying insect is known to

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CO2 Price Key to German Climate Neutrality

A CO2 price for the use of fossil fuels is the most economically viable option for Germany to become climate neutral by 2045, according to