CNN reports here: A new satellite study of ice shelves in West Antarctica has revealed they are steadily losing their grip with adjacent land and could intensify the acceleration of ice loss in the area.
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Reuters reports here at Yahoo News: The melting of polar ice could contribute to long-term sea level rise, threatening the lives of millions, scientists say. Brazilian ranchers forced to replant after deforestation turn to seed collectors. CNN’s Shasta Darlington reports. BBC News reports here: Major changes are needed in agriculture and food consumption around the world if future generations are to be adequately fed, a major report warns. BBC News reports here: UK scientists say the threat of sudden methane release from the melting Arctic is a “planetary emergency” requiring urgent intervention. Spiegel Online reports here: A new scientific study has confirmed that the healing of the ozone layer is also reducing people’s exposure to harmful UV rays from the sun. It will still take years before the ozone layer recovers entirely, but the string of positive news continues. BBC News reports here: Continued inefficient use of water could threaten Europe’s economy, productivity and ecosystems, a report warns. Spiegel Online reports here: The tiny village of Feldheim, some 60 kilometers southwest of Berlin, was catapulted by chance to the forefront of the renewable energy movement. Now visitors from around the world are flocking to this otherwise unremarkable rural community to see if they can replicate its success. Shipping isn’t known for being environmentally-conscious, but Nissan’s new car carrier is packed with eco-friendly tech. Spiegel Online reports here: Berlin has spearheaded a huge transition to renewable energy, but it isn’t running smoothly. Funding for renewable energy projects was meant to come from carbon dioxide emissions trading. But significant shortfalls have now prompted auto industry leaders to request that Chancellor Merkel maintain support for electric cars. |
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