Protecting seagrasses could prevent billions of dollars in damages, research finds
The study predicts that protecting at-risk seagrass meadows could avert climate damages valued in excess of $200 billion.
Tag: carbon sinks
Even as emissions level off, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is growing faster than ever. Here’s why
We’re pumping massive amounts of CO₂ into our atmosphere and natural carbon sinks are struggling to keep up.
Should oil and gas drilling expand in this biodiverse national forest? The public overwhelmingly says no
Conecuh National Forest is located in southeast Alabama, along its border with Florida.
Our ocean is a lifeline – we need to protect it now more than ever
Our marine creatures and coral reefs are being pummeled by ocean heat waves.
Climate change threatens global forest carbon sequestration, study finds
The transformations observed in US forests raise concerns about their future resilience and sustainability
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
