Coastal wetlands can’t keep pace with sea-level rise, and infrastructure is leaving them nowhere to go
A coastal scientist explains why marshes, mangroves and other wetlands can’t keep up with the effects of climate change, and how human infrastructure is making it harder for them to survive.
April 8, 2024 • ~8 min
Struggling seabirds thrown a lifeline by new commercial fishing ban in the North Sea – but it may not be enough
Many seabird colonies around UK coastlines struggle to breed because the sandeels they feed on have been overfished. The upcoming closure of sandeel fisheries will be good news for marine wildlife.
Feb. 13, 2024 • ~8 min
Oil firms forced to consider full climate effects of new drilling, following landmark Norwegian court ruling
Precedent set by court in Norway could embolden judges and campaigners further afield.
Jan. 31, 2024 • ~7 min
From New York to Jakarta, land in many coastal cities is sinking faster than sea levels are rising
Land subsidence is a factor as preparations are made for rising sea levels and strengthening storms. Human infrastructure, including buildings and groundwater extraction, increases vulnerabilities.
Jan. 25, 2024 • ~4 min
Red Sea shipping disruptions could be avoided in the future by using the Arctic – but it could spell trouble for fragile ecosystems
Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea have disrupted trade between Asia and Europe – could ships cross the Arctic instead?
Jan. 19, 2024 • ~7 min
Migrants can be a transformative force for sustainable development
Migration is considered an inevitable effect of climate change. It could also be part of the solution.
Jan. 18, 2024 • ~8 min
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