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02 Mar 2021

MarineNews

Atlantic Ocean circulation at weakest in a millennium, say scientists https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/feb/25/atlantic-ocean-circulation-at-weakest-in-a-millennium-say-scientists?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other  Potsdam Institute: 02/25/2021 – ‘Never before in over 1000 years the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), also known as Gulf Stream System, has been as weak as in the last decades. This is the result of a new study by scientists from Ireland, Britain […]

02 Mar 2021

MarineNews

The Dutch have not allowed trawling within the footprint of their offshore wind farms. The Rich North Sea: Looking for a Sustainable Blueprint Ocean News February 3, ‘A new covenant called ‘The Rich North Sea’ (De Rijke Noordzee) brings together several companies working to connect two of the major challenges of our time: ensuring sustainable energy […]

02 Mar 2021

MarineNews

UKMPG & BPA ‘New research highlights that Government support for “shore-power” is essential to unlock a triple-win of cleaner air, lower climate pollution, and smart 21st century electricity grids in UK Ports. Shore-power, the provision of electricity for ships while in dock so they don’t need to use their diesel engines, is taking off in […]

02 Mar 2021

MarineNews

Why behaviour change matters to the GEF and what to do about it. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) seeks to address the root causes and consequences of global environmental change by transforming markets and behaviours:  unsustainable practices and behaviours are at the heart of the drivers of global environmental change, and responding to these can […]

24 Feb 2021

NewsWater

Climate crisis hits ‘worst case scenario’ levels – Environment Agency head Sir James Bevan says extreme flooding in UK indicates urgent need for change if humanity is to survive The climate emergency is already hitting “worst case scenario” levels that if left unchecked will lead to the collapse of ecosystems, with dire consequences for humanity, […]

23 Feb 2021

NewsWater

Better regulation needed to protect environment and boost economy, says Environment Agency Chief Executive.  The Chief Executive of the Environment Agency, Sir James Bevan, is calling for a modern approach to regulation in order to protect air, land, and water from future threats, including the climate emergency. Sir James’ appeal comes as the UK contemplates […]

23 Feb 2021

NewsWater

River Action targets agri-businesses in campaign to stop pollution February 18th    ‘Today we have launched River Action UK – it’s time those industries that are polluting our rivers are held to account’ Paul Watson Founder & Chairman. George Monbiot, Feargal Sharkey & Richard Benyon involved. Guardian cover one of their campaigns – ‘River Action UK […]