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The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska

The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska

The nets for Alaska’s massive pollock fishery also catch salmon and other marine life

Takeaways from AP’s report on Alaska’s growing fight over trawling and bycatch

Takeaways from AP’s report on Alaska’s growing fight over trawling and bycatch

Alaska’s massive pollock fishery supplies everything from McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish sandwiches to fish sticks and imitation crab, but its nets also catch salmon and other marine life

UNESCO to Host Ocean Village 2026 Exhibition in Cagliari, Italy

UNESCO to Host Ocean Village 2026 Exhibition in Cagliari, Italy

UNESCO is organizing the Ocean&Climate Village 2026, an exhibition focused on the interconnectedness of climate, biodiversity, and human activities with the ocean. This event, part of the SEA BEYOND project led by the Prada Group and UNESCO, aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental challenges. The exhibition will be held at the Luna Rossa base in Cagliari, Italy, from October 9 to October 10, 2026. The first day will be dedicated to schools, while the second day will be open to the general public. The exhibition is structured into four themed sections: One Ocean, The Climate Engine, Biodiversity, and Ocean Anomalies, guiding visitors through the intricate relationships within the ocean system. Educational workshops led by SEA BEYONDers, who are Goodwill Ambassadors for the project, will also be part of the program, designed to transform knowledge into direct experience and foster a more mindful relationship with the ocean. Additionally, an outdoor photo exhibition by Climate Artist an...

Antarctica’s penguins are sending us a distress signal

Antarctica’s penguins are sending us a distress signal

Something is breaking in the world’s wildest ecosystem.

Searching for ‘slimy, shiny, brownish stuff’: A retiree helps track down Pa.’s abandoned oil wells

Searching for ‘slimy, shiny, brownish stuff’: A retiree helps track down Pa.’s abandoned oil wells

Barbara Laxon leads tours in Bradford, Pennsylvania, highlighting the impact of the oil and gas industry

Scientists and Ocean Advocates Urge Boycott of Krill Products to Protect Antarctic Wildlife

Scientists and Ocean Advocates Urge Boycott of Krill Products to Protect Antarctic Wildlife

A coalition of over 30 scientists and ocean advocates, known as the Antarctic Avengers, is calling for a consumer boycott of products containing Antarctic krill. This includes Omega-3 supplements, pet food, and farm-raised salmon fed with krill meal. The group, which includes distinguished marine biologist Sylvia Earle, argues that industrial krill fishing is expanding into the Antarctic, one of Earth's last great wildernesses, at a time when these waters are already under immense pressure from climate change. They emphasize that krill, a crucial component of the Southern Ocean's food web, should not be treated as a commodity for large-scale extraction. The boycott aims to protect marine life such as whales, penguins, and seals that rely on krill for survival. Research indicates that a decrease in sea ice, a critical krill habitat, due to rising temperatures, is already negatively impacting krill populations and the predators that depend on them, potentially reducing whale reproductive success.

Drought and Extreme Heat Impact Fall Foliage Vibrancy in Fargo Area

Drought and Extreme Heat Impact Fall Foliage Vibrancy in Fargo Area

The Fargo area is experiencing less vibrant fall colors this year due to the summer's extreme heat and drought conditions. Don Kinzler, the Horticulture Agent for NDSU Extension, explained that trees, despite not being able to read a calendar, respond to environmental cues like shorter days to prepare for winter. This process involves breaking down chlorophyll, which allows yellow pigments to become visible. However, the prolonged period of slow growth caused by the weather extremes has hindered the trees' ability to form the pigments necessary for vibrant fall colors. While recent rain and cooler temperatures have provided some relief, the overall intensity of the fall foliage is expected to be diminished. Kinzler also warned that the fall color show might be abbreviated this year, and repeated hard frosts could cause leaves to drop prematurely.

Georgia Extends Wild Oyster Harvest Closure Due to Unusually Warm Ocean Temperatures

Georgia Extends Wild Oyster Harvest Closure Due to Unusually Warm Ocean Temperatures

Georgia has extended its annual wild oyster harvest closure beyond the typical September 30 deadline due to unusually warm ocean temperatures. This marks only the second time the state has prolonged the closure, with the previous instance occurring in 2018. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, through its shellfish and water quality program manager Dominic Guadagnoli, stated that the warm water conditions allow dangerous bacteria to flourish, necessitating the extension to ensure public safety. Guadagnoli noted that a hot summer and the absence of major storms, which typically cool waters, contributed to the prolonged warmth. While wild oyster harvesting is restricted, a formal system for farmed oysters has been implemented since the last extension. This system allows permitted companies, such as Tybee Oyster Company, to continue harvesting as they can control the conditions for their oysters, ensuring safety even during the closure period. Officials are continuously monitoring ocean temperatures a...

Georgia Extends Oyster Harvest Closure Due to Unusually Warm Water

Georgia Extends Oyster Harvest Closure Due to Unusually Warm Water

Georgia has extended its annual wild oyster harvest closure beyond the typical September 30th end date due to unusually warm ocean temperatures. This marks only the second time the state has prolonged the closure, with the previous instance occurring in 2018. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages the shellfish and water quality program, and Dominic Guadagnoli, who oversees the program, noted that a very hot summer and the absence of major storms, which typically cool waters, contributed to the extended warmth. Warm water conditions facilitate the proliferation of dangerous bacteria, making raw oysters unsafe for consumption. While the closure applies to wild oysters, a significant change since 2018 is the implementation of a formal system for oyster farming. This allows permitted farms, such as Tybee Oyster Company, to continue harvesting by controlling conditions for their oysters, ensuring safety through methods like keeping them submerged and shaded.

Solar power helps Amazon communities ditch diesel and prepare for El Niño drought

Solar power helps Amazon communities ditch diesel and prepare for El Niño drought

Off-grid solar power is spreading across Brazil’s Amazon, helping remote communities prepare for severe drought while replacing costly, polluting diesel generators

Livestock Industry Accused of Downplaying Climate Impact

Livestock Industry Accused of Downplaying Climate Impact

A new study published in PLOS Climate reveals that the National Cattlemen's Association (NCA), now the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA), has historically downplayed the climate impact of livestock emissions. The research highlights the industry's efforts to counter public awareness of methane emissions from cattle, which are a significant contributor to global warming. The study also notes that reducing meat consumption in the U.S. by 50% could have been up to 80 times more effective in reducing methane emissions than efforts targeting the oil and gas sector over the past 30 years.