Underwater pendulums could calm waves and reduce coastal erosion
New Scientist
APRIL 9, 2023
A device made of cylinders tethered to the ocean floor could lessen the ferocity of waves, preventing them from eroding the shore
New Scientist
APRIL 9, 2023
A device made of cylinders tethered to the ocean floor could lessen the ferocity of waves, preventing them from eroding the shore
Ocean Conservancy
OCTOBER 22, 2021
The ocean has absorbed nearly 33% of all greenhouse gas emissions and around 90% of the excess heat produced through climate change. It may seem like a good thing all around that the ocean is protecting us in this way, but the ocean actually pays a hefty price. Thanks for signing up for Ocean Conservancy emails.
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PA Environment Daily
MARCH 1, 2023
How do invasive species impact the Great Lakes and what can we do to help reduce their impacts on native ecosystems? -- Coastal Erosion (Best suited for students in grades 6-12): What? Coastal erosion is the process by which strong wave action and coastal flooding wear down or carry away rocks, soils, and sands along the coast.
A Greener Life
JANUARY 26, 2022
Ocean scientists and naturalists such as David Attenborough are keen to remind us often of the demise of the Great Barrier Reef and other coral reefs. Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO added: “To date, we know the surface of the moon better than the deep ocean. By Anders Lorenzen. It was like a work of art”.
Circle of Blue
JANUARY 5, 2022
As climate change worsens, scientists are hoping to more accurately monitor its effects on water temperatures and quality, lake levels, coastal erosion and algae blooms. million gallons of raw sewage flooded streets and sidewalks, eventually flowing into the Pacific Ocean and forcing nearby beaches to close.
Union of Concerned Scientists
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Flooding, coastal erosion, wildfires, thawing permafrost, and extreme weather events are causing unprecedented loss and damage of places and customs. Warming oceans and ocean acidification have already impacted coral reefs, crayfish, and seagrass beds that are important culturally and economically for the Torres Straits islanders.
Real Climate
AUGUST 13, 2021
However, on the level of basic physical reasoning, it is of course a no-brainer that warming will cause land-ice to melt (and melt faster as it gets hotter) and ocean waters to expand, so sea-level rise is the inevitable result. We would see massive coastal erosion happening all around.
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