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Why Were 2023 and 2024 So Hot?

Union of Concerned Scientists

As industrial aerosols decreased due to this new regulation, particularly over the North Atlantic Ocean, the planetary albedo slightly decreased, which means that more incoming solar radiation was absorbed by the planet rather than reflected.

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Celebrating Ocean Victories of 2023

Ocean Conservancy

As another year comes to a close, I am reflecting on the incredible progress Ocean Conservancy has made in 2023 towards a healthy, resilient ocean future. For better or worse, this is the nature of ocean conservation work—sometimes we hit roadblocks, but it’s a reminder of why this work is so critically important.

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Central Park Air: The Effects Of Air Pollution In NYC | BreezoMeter

Breezometer

But a major threat still remains – NYC air pollution. Let’s discuss why reclaiming New York’s renowned landmark doesn’t mean Central Park is always safe due to poor Manhattan air quality and local environmental hazards. Car Pollution: How Does Traffic Contribute to Air Pollution? Not Necessarily.

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Summer Air Pollution Trends: Factors Affecting Air Quality

Breezometer

Southern parts of Europe, closer to arid African regions, frequently experience worsening air pollution during the summer seasons. In June 2020, a massive Sahara dust plume dubbed ‘Godzilla’ even traveled across the Atlantic ocean and reached the USA. This study also found PM10 levels rose by 248% and PM2.5

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New NASA Mission Tracks Microscopic Organisms in the Ocean and Tiny Particles in the Air to Monitor Climate Change

Inside Climate News

The spectrum of colors viewed by the PACE satellite can identify different phytoplankton species in the ocean and a variety of aerosols in the atmosphere, helping researchers identify threats to the health of people and the planet.

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How to Prevent a Government Shutdown, Create Jobs and Protect Our Ocean

Ocean Conservancy

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Finding Light in Dark Places: Specific Obligations for Climate Change and Ocean Acidification Mitigation

Law Columbia

The Tribunal acted both boldly and conservatively by interpreting UNCLOS as an independent source of international legally binding obligations to address climate change and ocean acidification. The standard of due diligence under article 192 is … stringent given the high risks of serious and irreversible harm to the marine environment” (para.