Tag: carbon dioxide
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K2-18 b’s atmosphere: methane, carbon dioxide detected
Detailed look at the potentially habitable exoplanet through NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope The cosmos remains a frontier of countless mysteries, but recent discoveries are adding nuance to our understanding of what distant worlds might hold. One such compelling case is that of exoplanet K2-18 b. Located 120 light-years away in the constellation Leo, this…
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Scientists urge exploration of ocean-based carbon removal
The call for comprehensive research on the ocean’s role in climate restoration Oceanic processes have long been viewed as a critical component in the global climate system. In a recent letter, more than 200 scientists from around the world stress the need for responsible research and development of ocean-based carbon dioxide removal techniques. These methods…
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NOAA: 2022 greenhouse gases amplified warming
Human activities like fossil fuel use and agriculture largely contribute to greenhouse gas increases. As we continue to grapple with the ever-growing consequences of global warming, a recent report released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides an alarming update. The Annual Greenhouse Gas Index (AGGI) for 2022 indicates a stark increase in…
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In the turbulent Drake Passage, scientists find a rare window where carbon sinks quickly into the deep ocean
Title photo: The Drake Passage, seen from Antarctica, is one of the most turbulent ocean regions on Earth. Lilian Dove Lilian (Lily) Dove, California Institute of Technology Looking out across the Southern Ocean near Antarctica, I can see whales and seabirds diving in and out of the water as they feed on sea life in…