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New report outlines how UK oceanographic infrastructure can reach net zero

Key findings highlighted the need for a re-wired oceanographic ecosystem using lean-crewed, green-fuelled vessels capable of deploying large and energy intensive equipment.

Scientists warn that ocean microplastic pollution may be greater than estimated

The conclusions show that the levels of microplastics in the Mediterranean are probably higher than estimated, but the methods used are not capable of recording them.

Satellites show ‘mega-iceberg’ released 152 billion tons of fresh water into ocean

In July 2017, the A68A iceberg snapped off the Larsen-C Ice Shelf on the Antarctic Peninsula and began its epic journey

Scientists predict Tonga ash-seawater cocktail will be toxic hazard

Following an underwater volcano eruption on Saturday, Tonga has suffered significant damage and is blanketed in ash that closed runways and threatens water supplies.

Scientists build new atlas of ocean’s oxygen-starved waters

The new atlas provides high-resolution maps of the two major, oxygen-starved bodies of water in the tropical Pacific.

Chilean scientists study climate change at ‘end of the world’

Chilean scientists studying organisms in one of the most remote places on Earth are urging regional leaders to step up efforts to tackle climate change.

Norway has been given a floating ocean laboratory

The OceanLab will contribute to research on underwater robotics, aquaculture, autonomous shipping and environmental research.

Glaciers collapse could trigger global floods and swallow islands

The massive Thwaites glacier in West Antarctica contains enough ice to raise global sea levels by 65cm if it were to completely collapse. And, worryingly, recent research suggests that its long-term stability is doubtful as the glacier hemorrhages more and more ice.

Reef experiment set to answer big reef restoration questions

Scientists have selectively shaded bleached corals on the Great Barrier Reef – gaining critical in-field data

New ocean floats to boost global network essential for climate research

Partners team with low-carbon sailing vessel for major Atlantic Ocean deployment

NASA-NOAA tech will aid marine oil spill response

NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration scientists are teaming up to test remote sensing technology for use in oil spill response.

Greek-flagged ship caused Brazil mystery 2019 oil slick: police

The slick affected more than 1,000 towns in 11 coastal states

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