ecological crisis

Storm damages up to half of the remaining crop in key production areas as costs and market pressures mount.

A study shows that phosphorus-rich water brought to the surface by equatorial upwelling stimulates the growth of cyanobacteria that live on Sargassum. These bacteria fix atmospheric nitrogen, providing the algae with additional nutrients and fueling their rapid growth and expansion.

The work could help coastal economies affected by seaweed overgrowth and lay the groundwork for sustainable bioproduct industries in the region.

The study details how nitrogen emissions harm public health and the environment, with additional economic losses from project delays reaching €30 billion by 2030.

Scientists warn of increasing saltwater intrusion as a mounting climate risk.

Cotton, rice, and soybean producers face economic peril as planting delays worsen across the mid-South.

Scientists and officials explore innovative approaches to mitigate the annual sargassum crisis impacting tourism and coastal communities.

The students experienced symptoms like breathing difficulties, fainting, and vomiting during their morning routines.

China makes extensive efforts to combat desertification by planting millions of trees and creating the Great Green Wall.

This overuse has led to significant environmental issues, such as soil degradation, water pollution, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. The proposed reforms include direct subsidy transfers to farmers’ bank accounts linked with soil health programs, promoting informed and sustainable use of fertilizers.

In the high-altitude terrain of Gansu Province, local initiatives and new techniques are making significant strides towards ecological restoration.

The initiatives are part of broader conservation strategies, including wetland restoration projects under the H2Ohio initiative, aimed at combating the environmental crisis of algae blooms that threaten marine life, public health, and local tourism.

Environmental risks loom as the storm could disperse toxic industrial residues across the state.

The research also focuses on how wildfires affect water infiltration and soil structure, described as a “shake and bake effect” that alters the soil’s properties.

Gaps in compliance with synthetic nitrogen reporting requirements among dairy farms create challenges in safeguarding freshwater resources.