Permafrost Thawing Could Accelerate Climate Change, Here’s What It Means
Permafrost, a frozen layer of soil rich in organic matter, lies beneath 15 percent of the northern hemisphere and is…
One-Third of Earth’s Species Could Face Extinction by 2100 Due to Climate Change
A significant portion of Earth’s biodiversity faces extinction by the end of the century if current greenhouse gas emissions continue…
Why Are Extreme Heat Hotspots Defying Climate Expectations Worldwide?
A recent study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has identified regions globally experiencing extreme heatwaves surpassing…
NASA Satellites Reveal Freshwater Decline With Persistent Global Droughts
An alarming reduction in Earth’s freshwater supply has been identified through data from NASA’s Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE)…
Global Freshwater Levels Decline, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
The Earth’s freshwater reserves experienced a sudden decline starting in May 2014 and have remained persistently low, according to findings…
Global Fossil CO2 Emissions Hit Record in 2024
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuel combustion have reached an unprecedented peak in 2024, with the Global Carbon Project reporting…
This Mutant Algae Might Be Able to Solve the Climate Change Crisis
A novel strain of cyanobacteria, informally called “Chonkus,” has been identified in hydrothermal waters off Italy’s Vulcano Island, sparking interest…
2024 Set to Become Hottest Year on Record, Claim EU Scientists
Projections from the European climate service indicate that 2024 is on course to become the hottest year on record. With…
New Study Reveals Weaker Atlantic Current Could Mitigate Arctic Warming
New research led by the University of California, Riverside, suggests that a slowdown in a significant ocean current may help…
Thawing Permafrost in the Arctic Is Warming Our Planet Even More
Rresearch has highlighted the significant role of thawing permafrost in contributing to global warming. A study co-authored by NASA scientists…