Nerc news today
Here are some recent news articles from the National Environmental Research Council (NERC) and other sources related to environmental research and science:
NERC News
- New research reveals impact of climate change on UK's coastal ecosystems: A study published in the journal Nature Communications has found that climate change is altering the distribution and abundance of species in UK coastal ecosystems, with potential consequences for the health of these ecosystems. (Source: NERC)
- Scientists develop new method to track ocean acidification: Researchers from the University of East Anglia and the National Oceanography Centre have developed a new method to track ocean acidification, which could help scientists better understand the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems. (Source: NERC)
- New study reveals impact of microplastics on marine life: A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has found that microplastics are having a significant impact on marine life, with many species ingesting the tiny plastic particles. (Source: NERC)
Other Environmental News
- Climate change: Global carbon emissions reach record high: The World Meteorological Organization has announced that global carbon emissions have reached a record high, with the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere now exceeding 415 parts per million. (Source: BBC News)
- Wildfires rage across the Amazon rainforest: Wildfires are sweeping across the Amazon rainforest, with many countries in the region experiencing severe drought and heatwaves. (Source: The Guardian)
- New report highlights impact of pollution on human health: A report published by the World Health Organization has found that pollution is responsible for an estimated 9 million premature deaths worldwide each year, with the majority of these deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. (Source: WHO)