Marine Ecosystems– tag –

Offshore wind power is essential to the energy transition, but its construction and operation can alter underwater soundscapes. This article examines the effects of underwater noise on marine life and the measures needed to balance renewable energy development with ocean conservation.

Coral reefs are turning white as rising ocean temperatures and marine heatwaves place them under severe stress. Coral bleaching threatens not only marine biodiversity but also fisheries, tourism, coastal protection, and island communities.

The ocean has absorbed enormous amounts of carbon dioxide, helping slow global warming. But beneath its unchanged blue surface, seawater chemistry is shifting—and marine life is paying the price.