Report highlights threats to the Coral Triangle from fossil fuels, calling for a ban on industrial activities in sensitive marine areas to protect ecosystems.
The endorsements from Monaco and Canada add to the mounting international support for IPOS, which is designed to enhance the flow of scientific knowledge into policymaking processes. IPOS aims to consolidate ocean data from around the world and mobilize diverse expertise across various sectors to provide policymakers with timely, actionable information.
Compared to traditional catalytic converters, the new design demonstrated a four- to five-fold increase in nitrogen oxide conversion at 250 degrees Celsius.
Marine heatwaves, once a rarity in UK waters, are emerging as a significant threat to the nation's £6.8 billion marine economy. New research suggests that the southern North Sea, a critical area for fishing and offshore energy, is particularly vulnerable to these extreme events, which could dramatically reshape marine ecosystems and industry operations in the coming decades.
US-based Sea Cheetah Corporation and French hydrogen expert H3 Dynamics have joined forces to revolutionize coastal transportation with a plan to develop the world's first hydrogen-electric Wing-in-Ground-Effect vessel, promising aircraft-like speeds at maritime costs.
Prospective reviewers are encouraged to apply by visiting the BoatUS Foundation website. The application deadline is set for November 1, 2024. Volunteers will play a key role in helping allocate resources for this large-scale cleanup.
As of midnight on October 1, 2024, more than 45,000 dockworkers from the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) have walked off the job, launching a strike that threatens to cripple operations at 36 major East and Gulf Coast ports.
Researchers have discovered that a freshwater oyster from Africa produces a unique adhesive that could revolutionize industries from dentistry to construction. The innovative glue, made of aragonite mineral and special proteins, offers a promising model for developing stronger, more environmentally friendly adhesives.
Scientists have discovered a vast genetic treasure of unseen ocean microbes, offering potential solutions to global health and environmental challenges.
As Miami's commuters grapple with ever-increasing traffic, an innovative startup is planning to chart a new course through the city's waterways. E-LIXR aims to revolutionize urban transportation with its electric-powered water taxi service, offering a sustainable and scenic alternative to gridlocked streets.
Japan has sparked global concern by harpooning its first endangered fin whale in over 50 years, mere days after anti-whaling activist Paul Watson was arrested in Greenland. Watson, a vocal critic of …