Dubbed the "Doomsday Glacier" for its ominous potential to trigger catastrophic sea level rise, Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier has long been a subject of concern among scientists. Now, a groundbreaking study has shed light on its past, revealing a troubling trend that could have profound implications for the future of our planet. Located in West Antarctica, Thwaites Glacier … [Read more...] about The ‘Doomsday Glacier’ is rapidly melting. Scientists now have evidence for when it started and why
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The Frozen World Unveiled: Intact Cave Bear Found in Melting Permafrost
The discovery of an intact cave bear in Siberia, Russia, has scientists excited about the potential insights it could offer into the species and the ancient world in which it lived. The cave bear was discovered in the melting permafrost of the Russian Far North by local reindeer herders who stumbled upon its remains while on the hunt. The bear's remains were so well-preserved … [Read more...] about The Frozen World Unveiled: Intact Cave Bear Found in Melting Permafrost
Before and After Photos of Melting Glaciers Show Climate Change in Action
With 2016 being the hottest year on record, the evidence for climate change continues to mount. However, much of this evidence is presented in the form of models and statistics, which can be difficult for the general public to comprehend. Environmental scientists have created a series of before-and-after photos highlighting drastic ice loss to help people understand the effects … [Read more...] about Before and After Photos of Melting Glaciers Show Climate Change in Action
Greenland’s Melting Ice Has Already Locked In A Rise In Sea Level Of 27 Centimeters
Even if the world stopped warming tomorrow seas will rise almost a foot worldwide from Greenland alone. The fact that many of the effects of climate change are delayed and will continue to occur long after people have ceased fiddling with the planet's thermostat is one of its most frightening features. The amount of ice Greenland will lose due to the warming that has already … [Read more...] about Greenland’s Melting Ice Has Already Locked In A Rise In Sea Level Of 27 Centimeters
Study Discovers Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” Is Melting and Getting More Unstable
The Thwaites glacier in western Antarctica, also known as the "doomsday glacier," has the power to completely destroy the world. According to NASA estimations, it is roughly the size of Britain and if it melted, the sea level would rise by 0.5 meters (1.6 feet). The cascade of ice melt that would undoubtedly result from it is more worrisome because it would expose glaciers that … [Read more...] about Study Discovers Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” Is Melting and Getting More Unstable