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Have the world’s coral reefs already crossed a tipping point?

Grist

Reefs around the world have already declined by half since the 1950s because of climate change, overfishing, and pollution. Coral tipping points would unfold on a regional level, with giant blobs of hot ocean water wrecking reefs, what Lenton characterizes as a “clustered” tipping point. on Apr 29, 2024.

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? Charting a course to curb maritime emissions

Climate Tech VC

Despite fears about cost increases and low-sulfur fuel availability, the change was a success in terms of decreasing pollution that contributes to ocean acidification and harms the health of humans and marine life. Regulatory rewind: On Jan.1, EEXI reflects the energy efficiency of ship design. Ease of Adoption: Easiest.