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Ocean Absorbing 89% of Climate Warming According to an International Team of Scientists Led by Mercator Ocean International
By ecomagazine.com. A new study shows that 89% of the excess heat built up in the Earth system from 1960-2020 has been absorbed by the Ocean. An international team of 70 researchers from 15 countries led by Mercator Ocean International’s Karina von Schuckmann revealed their results today in a paper… SEE MORE
Recreational Fishery Data Reveals Climate-Driven Shifts for Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Catch
By fisheries.noaa.gov. A new study identifies shifting distributions of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species catch, including tunas, billfish, and sharks, off the northeastern United States, providing understanding about climate change impacts to the recreational fishery. A new study by NOAA Fisheries has identified shifting distributions of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species catch, including tunas,… SEE MORE
Recent, rapid ocean warming ahead of El Niño alarms scientists
By Matt McGrath and Mark Poynting. A recent, rapid heating of the world's oceans has alarmed scientists concerned that it will add to global warming. This month, the global sea surface hit a new record high temperature. It has never warmed this much, this quickly. Scientists don't fully understand why… SEE MORE
How is the “bird flu” affecting marine life?
By Matthias Gorny. The “bird flu” (also known as the avian flu) has not only affected millions of chickens, geese, and ducks around the world – it has spread to sea birds, all the way from the north Atlantic to the coasts of Central and South America. It’s also affecting… SEE MORE
Puerto Rico declares state of emergency on coastal erosion
By DÁNICA COTO. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governor declared a state of emergency on Tuesday to fight worsening coastal erosion across the U.S. territory that officials blame on climate change. The government is setting aside $105 million in federal funds to implement nearly two dozen measures… SEE MORE
California offshore wind farms will create massive new economic development at ports
By Stas Margaronis. The State of California proposes to build 25 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2045 requiring nearly 1,700 new wind turbines, built at a rate of 92 floating turbines per year, and the Humboldt Bay Harbor District in Northern California wants to be the manufacturing center. The… SEE MORE
New York City Building Hybrid-Electric Public Ferry
By Mike Schuler. New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Trust for Governors Island have announced the city’s first public hybrid-electric ferry to operate in New York Harbor. The vessel is designed to transition between battery-only power and battery-assisted hybrid propulsion with diesel backup, reducing CO2 emissions by 600 tons… SEE MORE
Biden-Harris Administration recommends $562 million investment to make communities resilient to climate impacts as part of Investing in America agenda
By noaa.gov. Funding for 149 projects to reach 30 states and territories under NOAA’s Climate-Ready Coasts initiative Today, Vice President Harris announced that the Department of Commerce has recommended $562 million in funding — including investments in nearly 150 projects across 30 coastal and Great Lakes states and territories — to make communities… SEE MORE
NOAA’s Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary seeks advisory council applicants
NOAA’s Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for 10 primary and 11 alternate seats on its advisory council. The council ensures public participation in sanctuary management and provides advice to the sanctuary superintendent. The sanctuary is accepting applications for the following seats: at large (one primary and one alternate),… SEE MORE
Uncertainty Swirls Around 2023 Hurricane Season as El Nino looms
By theweathernetwork.com. Colorado State University’s first look at the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season calls for a slight slowdown, but uncertainty abound as a potential El Niño looms. A potential El Niño brewing in the Pacific Ocean could put the brakes on this year’s Atlantic hurricane season. Leading hurricane experts at Colorado State… SEE MORE
Suzuki Marine USA's 800-Mile Sustainable Fuel Journey to Promote Eco-Friendly Boating
Tampa, FLA. — Suzuki Marine USA will embark on an important journey beginning Tuesday, April 18, setting out from Jacksonville, Florida on a nearly 800-mile journey by water to Washington D.C., where the 259 Sea Pro center console will be highlighted in an on-the-water display during the 2023 American Boating… SEE MORE
Fishing in South Padre Island, Texas
By Adam Young, Our US Harbors Fishing Expert South Padre Island, located on the Gulf of Mexico in south Texas, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. With its warm climate, sandy beaches, and clear waters, it offers abundant opportunities to catch a variety of fish inshore and offshore. Especially during… SEE MORE