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

Grist

Rising temperatures might have already set off other notable tipping points, such as the accelerated melting of the Greenland ice sheet and the thawing of the northern permafrost, which threatens to release vast amounts of methane , a potent greenhouse gas. Elsewhere, laboratories are breeding corals to withstand heat and ocean acidification.

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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, Costs for preparation and delivery of BioLNG still remain high. Ease of Adoption: Easiest.