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Oceans
New Report on Ocean Oxygen Loss Gives “Ultimate Wake-Up Call” to Act on Climate
Greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient pollution are wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems.
Leaked IPCC Report Warns of Calamitous Future for Oceans
Earth's oceans, glacial ice sheets and permafrost will unleash disaster unless we take action against climate change.
Megacorporations Want More Ocean Farms. That’s a Huge Mistake.
Like industrial farms, aquaculture is inhumane and unsanitary and a threat to marine and human life.
The Complex and Frustrating Reality of Recycling Plastic
Less than 10 percent of the plastic used in the United States is recycled. What's the problem?
Nearly Every Seabird Will Have Plastic in Its Guts Within Decades
Most plastic is tossed after minutes of use, but its impact on wildlife and the environment can last for centuries.
Corporate Food Brands Drive the Massive Dead Zone in the Gulf of Mexico
Major US brands are ignoring the enormous environmental destruction caused by their meat suppliers.
Ocean Acidification Could Amplify Climate Disruption
Ocean acidification can compromise marine ecosystems and was a key component in previous mass extinction events.
Sea Turtles Offer Dire Warning of Oceans’ Crisis
When one crisis impacts a species and we lose that species, unforeseen consequences could come back to haunt us.
Area of Global Dead Zones Doubling Every 10 Years
Declining oxygen levels in the oceans is killing marine life at alarming rates.
Marine Heat Waves, Changing Ocean Currents and Capitalism’s Threat to Life
On World Oceans Day, let's commit to preserving this vital ecosystem.