A simulation of the Earth's atmosphere reveals we have much less time than previously thought. Ever wondered how long our planet will keep providing us with oxygen before it disappears? Researchers from Toho University and Georgia Institute of Technology have modeled the fate of our breathable air — and the results are shocking. In a study published in Nature Geoscience, … [Read more...] about Scientists reveal exactly how long before Earth will run out of oxygen in terrifying prediction
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1st glacier declared dead from climate change seen in before and after images — Earth from space
The Alarming Disappearance of Iceland’s Okjökull Glacier Satellite images spanning over three decades have captured the heartbreaking disappearance of Okjökull, the first Icelandic glacier officially declared dead due to human-caused climate change. The drastic loss of ice, showcased in before-and-after images, serves as a stark warning of the ongoing climate crisis and its … [Read more...] about 1st glacier declared dead from climate change seen in before and after images — Earth from space
World’s largest and oldest iceberg runs aground near remote penguin island
Massive Iceberg A23a Strands Near South Georgia: A Glacial Giant on the Move The world’s largest and oldest iceberg, A23a, has officially run aground near South Georgia, a remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean known for its thriving penguin and elephant seal populations. This colossal ice giant, covering nearly 1,500 square miles, is larger than Rhode Island and has … [Read more...] about World’s largest and oldest iceberg runs aground near remote penguin island
Melting Antarctic ice sheets are slowing Earth’s strongest ocean current: ‘There could be severe consequences’
Scientists Warn That Freshwater from Melting Ice is Disrupting Global Ocean Circulation The world’s strongest ocean current, the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC), is slowing down due to the alarming rate of Antarctic ice sheet melt, according to new research. This critical ocean conveyor, which helps regulate global temperatures and climate patterns, is being disrupted by … [Read more...] about Melting Antarctic ice sheets are slowing Earth’s strongest ocean current: ‘There could be severe consequences’
Florida Cactus Is First Local Extinction In USA Due To Sea Level Rise
The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; it's a present reality with devastating consequences. From record-breaking temperatures in Death Valley to the alarming rise of sea levels, the effects are undeniable. Tragically, the United States has witnessed its first local extinction due to sea level rise: the Key Largo tree cactus ( Pilosocereus millspaughii). This … [Read more...] about Florida Cactus Is First Local Extinction In USA Due To Sea Level Rise