Caribbean reefs have lost 48% of hard coral since 1980, study finds. The 48% decrease in coral cover has been driven by climate breakdown, specifically marine heatwaves. They affect the microalgae that feed coral, making them toxic and forcing the coral to expel them.
Emergency response needed to prevent climate breakdown, warn experts
Climate breakdown tripled death toll in Europe’s June heatwave, study finds. Heat caused 2,300 deaths across 12 cities, of which 1,500 were down to climate crisis, scientists say.
Scientists propose lunar biorepository as ‘backup’ for life on Earth | Experts say facility beyond reach of climate breakdown and other terrestrial events is needed to safeguard biodiversity
