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climate-change1 year ago•3 min saved

"NASA Reveals Alarming Sinking of Major US East Coast Cities"

NASA images show that the land on which major U.S. cities like New York and Baltimore are built is sinking, exacerbating the threat of rising sea levels. The land subsidence, occurring at a rate of 1 to 2 millimeters per year, poses a significant risk to infrastructure, farmland, and wetlands along the East Coast. The problem is particularly acute in cities like Charleston, where downtown is just 10 feet above sea level and experiences subsidence of about 4 millimeters per year. The issue, caused by a combination of natural and human factors, could lead to increased damage to homes, saltwater intrusion, and other challenges for coastal communities.

via CBS News|

#climate-change #climate-impacts #coastal-cities

science-and-environment2 years ago•4 min saved

Unlocking Ancient Mammal Evolution: Citizen Scientist's Tip Leads to Utah Cave Discoveries

Scientists from the Natural History Museum of Utah have collaborated with Utah's caving community to study mammal evolution in alpine ecosystems. By exploring caves and collecting skeletal remains, the researchers were able to uncover a zoological baseline for mammalian changes in the recent past. The fossils found in Boomerang Cave, dating back 3,000 years, provided insights into mammal diversity and revealed the presence of previously unknown species. This unique collaboration between scientists and citizen scientists highlights the value of caves as archives for understanding the impacts of climate on ecosystems.

via SciTechDaily|

#alpine-ecosystems #cave-research #citizen-science

climate-change2 years ago•2 min saved

Climate Expert Warns: Earth Heating Up Faster Than Predicted

Former head of NASA's climate group, James Hansen, warns that the rate of global warming could increase significantly in the next few decades, surpassing the targets set by the Paris climate agreement. Hansen's study, published in the journal Oxford Open Climate Change, suggests that a reduction in sulfuric air pollution particles could accelerate global warming. The research also indicates that widely used climate models underestimate the sensitivity of ocean heat transport currents to melting ice, potentially leading to drastic climate impacts such as superstorms, changes in rainfall patterns, and significant sea-level rise. The study has sparked controversy within the climate science community, with Hansen criticizing the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) for underestimating future warming, while other researchers, including IPCC authors, have criticized the study.

via Ars Technica|

#climate-change #climate-impacts #climate-science

climate-change2 years ago•12 min saved

Climate Scientist's Dire Warning: Imminent Planetary Warming Deepens Divides

A new study published in the journal Oxford Open Climate Change warns of an imminent spike in planetary warming, projecting a big jump in the rate of warming in the next few decades. The research suggests that a reduction in sulfuric air pollution particles called aerosols could send global temperatures soaring beyond the targets of the Paris climate agreement sooner than expected. The study has sparked controversy and deepened divides among climate scientists, with the lead author, James Hansen, criticizing the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) for underestimating future warming. The findings also suggest that widely used climate models underestimate the speed at which global ice sheets could melt and sea levels could rise. The study highlights the urgent need for action to address climate change and the challenges faced by countries working to limit its harmful effects.

via InsideClimate News|

#climate-change #climate-impacts #climate-science

climate-change2 years ago•3 min saved

Hotspots Unveil Ocean's Accelerating Warming and Heat Absorption Patterns

Ocean warming has accelerated since the 1990s, nearly doubling in the past decade compared to the previous one, according to a study led by UNSW Sydney. The research reveals that certain areas of the ocean are absorbing more heat than others, which has implications for sea-level rise and climate impacts. The Southern Ocean has seen the largest increase in heat storage, holding almost as much excess anthropogenic heat as the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Ocean combined. The study emphasizes the urgent need for increased monitoring of the global oceans, especially in remote locations, to better understand and predict the effects of ocean warming on marine ecosystems and sea-level rise.

via Phys.org|

#climate-change #climate-impacts #heat-absorption

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

Global Warning: Earth's Vital Signs in Uncharted Climate Territory

A group of 12 scientists from around the world has issued a stark warning that human activity is pushing the Earth into a climate crisis, with potentially devastating consequences for up to 6 billion people this century. The researchers highlight record climate anomalies in 2023, including extreme weather events and low levels of sea ice, as signs that human activity is destabilizing the planet. They warn that as many as 6 billion people could find themselves in regions that are no longer habitable due to climate impacts such as extreme heat and food shortages. The report calls for urgent action to address the root causes of climate change and prioritize human well-being over economic growth.

via Forbes|

#climate-crisis #climate-impacts #environment