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science1 year ago

Ancient Ocean Secrets Challenge Ice Age Theories

A new study published in Science reveals the Southern Ocean's significant role in the Mid-Pleistocene climate transition, challenging existing theories about the origins of Earth's ice ages. Researchers from institutions like WHOI and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory found that changes in deep ocean properties, particularly around Antarctica, influenced ice age intensification and atmospheric CO2 levels. The study highlights the Southern Ocean's critical role in carbon storage and climate regulation, emphasizing the importance of understanding its dynamics as it continues to warm.

via SciTechDaily|
#antarctica#carbonsequestration#climatechange
environment1 year ago

Long-term CO2 Storage Essential for Climate Impact

A new analysis highlights the importance of storing removed carbon dioxide for at least 1,000 years to effectively combat climate change. While decarbonization efforts continue, some emissions are unavoidable, necessitating carbon removal to achieve net-zero emissions. The study emphasizes that only long-term sequestration strategies can prevent additional warming, as shorter-term methods risk re-releasing carbon and exacerbating climate issues. The findings underscore the need for consistent international carbon storage standards and further research on the climate impacts of various sequestration durations.

via Anthropocene Magazine|
#carbonremoval#carbonsequestration#climatechange
environment2 years ago

"Study: Climate Change Reduces Global Forest Carbon Sequestration Productivity"

A new study analyzing U.S. Forest Service data reveals that climate change is impacting forests differently across the United States, with the Western region experiencing a notable slowdown in productivity due to severe climate change impacts, while the Eastern region has seen slightly accelerated growth. This imbalance in forest productivity has significant implications for global carbon sequestration, as forests play a critical role in storing carbon and regulating the Earth's climate. The study emphasizes the urgent need for reduced global greenhouse gas emissions to preserve forest carbon sinks and limit the acceleration of climate change.

via Phys.org|
#carbonsequestration#climatechange#environment