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Non-degradable Bioplastics in Oceans
The popular bioplastic, Polylactic Acid (PLA), is not biodegradable in the ocean, despite being labeled as such. Plastic waste in the oceans is a significant
New technology removes CO? from oceans
The world’s oceans absorb a significant amount of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, causing them to become increasingly acidic. This process harms marine life, particularly
New Hydrothermal Field Discovered in Greenland’s Deep Sea
A recent expedition by the University of Bremen has discovered a large hydrothermal field in the deep sea between Greenland and Spitsbergen, despite the low
First 3D Map of Pacific Dead Zones
The impact of climate change on the world’s oceans has led to the creation of “dead zones” where oxygen levels are so low that marine
Changing North Sea with Windparks
Offshore wind farms are becoming increasingly popular in Germany as the country aims to rely more on renewable energy sources. However, environmentalists and some scientists
Unprecedented Forest Die-Off in Germany
Offshore wind farms are becoming increasingly popular in Germany as the country aims to rely more on renewable energy sources. However, environmentalists and some scientists
Ancient Stone Coral Found in Great Barrier Reef
In the Great Barrier Reef, a 430-year-old stone coral with a record diameter has been discovered. The extremely resilient Porites coral has survived around 80
COVID-19 Pandemic Increases Plastic Waste
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to an additional 8.4 million tons of plastic waste, including masks, protective equipment, and other medical supplies. Shockingly, at least
Ocean Plastic Becomes Habitat
The Pacific Garbage Patch has become a new habitat for coastal and deep-sea creatures, forming communities that did not exist in nature before. Large garbage
Successful Trash Collection in Pacific Garbage Patch
The Ocean Cleanup has successfully tested its waste collection system, Jenny, in the Pacific Ocean. Over a 12-week cleanup period, 30 tons of garbage were
