Global Warming

A major Atlantic Ocean current system that regulates global climate has been slowing down for nearly 20 years. New research provides direct evidence of the decline across a wide area of the North Atlantic.

April 16, 2026 Reported by AI

Researchers at the University of Rochester have identified a key mechanism for methane production in the open ocean, driven by phosphate scarcity. The discovery, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggests warming oceans could boost these emissions, creating a potential climate feedback loop. This resolves a long-standing puzzle about methane in oxygen-rich surface waters.

The World Meteorological Organization has declared 2025 the second-hottest year globally, with temperatures averaging 1.47°C above pre-industrial levels. This marks a concerning milestone, as it surpasses previous records despite a cooling La Niña pattern. The past 11 years now represent the warmest in recorded history.

December 24, 2025 Reported by AI

A new study from the University of British Columbia reveals that dietary habits must change to help limit global warming to below 2°C. Researchers found that half the world's population, including nearly all Canadians, exceeds safe food emissions levels. Practical shifts like reducing beef and food waste could significantly cut emissions.