climate change - Hans von Storch
... Changing species composition; immigration of new species Reduced oxygen supply in deeper waters, which may be associated with problems for fisheries (cod) Changed distribution and composition of zooplankton (food for small fish and fish larvae) and bottom-dwelling organisms. ...
... Changing species composition; immigration of new species Reduced oxygen supply in deeper waters, which may be associated with problems for fisheries (cod) Changed distribution and composition of zooplankton (food for small fish and fish larvae) and bottom-dwelling organisms. ...
Ocean acidification: the little-known impact of CO2 emissions
... and has been providing objective information to scientists, economists, and policymakers to make informed decisions. “Recognizing that billions of people are dependent on a healthy ocean for their wellbeing and economic development is the first step,” said Alexandre Magnan of the Institute for Susta ...
... and has been providing objective information to scientists, economists, and policymakers to make informed decisions. “Recognizing that billions of people are dependent on a healthy ocean for their wellbeing and economic development is the first step,” said Alexandre Magnan of the Institute for Susta ...
Climate Service - Hans von Storch
... The Institute of Coastal Research (IfK) of HZG was confronted with knowledge needs on the side of decision takers (administration, companies) and the regional public – concerning coastal climate issues (mostly storm surges, storms, waves). We noticed that our „clients“ did not understand our answers ...
... The Institute of Coastal Research (IfK) of HZG was confronted with knowledge needs on the side of decision takers (administration, companies) and the regional public – concerning coastal climate issues (mostly storm surges, storms, waves). We noticed that our „clients“ did not understand our answers ...
Past human-climate-ecosystem interactions (PHAROS) (2007)
... channel changes a consequence of external or internal forces, such as land use, climate, hydraulic dynamics, or system configuration? • How sensitive or resilient are modern ecological systems to new or increased stresses from human activities and climate? Which ecological processes have been the mos ...
... channel changes a consequence of external or internal forces, such as land use, climate, hydraulic dynamics, or system configuration? • How sensitive or resilient are modern ecological systems to new or increased stresses from human activities and climate? Which ecological processes have been the mos ...
preliminary draft contribution
... its strategic objectives for 2005-2009, the « particular need for an all-embracing maritime policy… to be supported by excellence in marine scientific research, technology and innovation ». To this end, our CIESM contribution will partially address sections 2 and 4 of the GP, and take advantage of s ...
... its strategic objectives for 2005-2009, the « particular need for an all-embracing maritime policy… to be supported by excellence in marine scientific research, technology and innovation ». To this end, our CIESM contribution will partially address sections 2 and 4 of the GP, and take advantage of s ...
BIODIVERSITY SEMINAR - WMI 23-09
... Biodiversity safeguards human health 79% of top-selling 150 prescription drugs in US originate from biodiversity Many synthetic drugs, including aspirin were first discovered in wild plants and animals There are roughly numerous pure chemical substances that are extracted from 90 species of hi ...
... Biodiversity safeguards human health 79% of top-selling 150 prescription drugs in US originate from biodiversity Many synthetic drugs, including aspirin were first discovered in wild plants and animals There are roughly numerous pure chemical substances that are extracted from 90 species of hi ...
Methane Bubbles – what they can tell us about the impacts of global
... The arctic regions are expected to suffer the brunt of any temperature increases associated with global warming. A major change concomitant with warming is the release of carbon in the form of methane through the thawing of ice. The thawing of permafrost (soil that is at or below the freezing point ...
... The arctic regions are expected to suffer the brunt of any temperature increases associated with global warming. A major change concomitant with warming is the release of carbon in the form of methane through the thawing of ice. The thawing of permafrost (soil that is at or below the freezing point ...
Unit E: Atmosphere-Ocean Interaction
... research the effects of El Niño & La Niña events on human activity & suggest some ways that human could avoid the negative impacts analyze various climate changes & predict the weather anomalies that could occur ...
... research the effects of El Niño & La Niña events on human activity & suggest some ways that human could avoid the negative impacts analyze various climate changes & predict the weather anomalies that could occur ...
Managing for Healthy Ecosystems
... Much of the climate change impacts research has focused on factors known to feed back on climate, such as albedo and vegetation. The strength of the feedbacks caused by birds, from even potentially large changes, has been assumed to be relatively low. Consequently, very little research has been cond ...
... Much of the climate change impacts research has focused on factors known to feed back on climate, such as albedo and vegetation. The strength of the feedbacks caused by birds, from even potentially large changes, has been assumed to be relatively low. Consequently, very little research has been cond ...
101106 rands
... Feasibility Study completed, initial partners and tenants identified, potential donors identified, site identified and refurbishment costs estimated, business planning initiated ...
... Feasibility Study completed, initial partners and tenants identified, potential donors identified, site identified and refurbishment costs estimated, business planning initiated ...
Ocean - abyss of time planet earth
... sulphide. When they vent on the seafloor, reactions between the hot, metalladen vent fluids and the surrounding cold deep-sea water lead to the precipitation of metal sulphides, a reaction that has generated some of the largest metal ore bodies on Earth. Hot, sulphide and metal-laden fluids do not s ...
... sulphide. When they vent on the seafloor, reactions between the hot, metalladen vent fluids and the surrounding cold deep-sea water lead to the precipitation of metal sulphides, a reaction that has generated some of the largest metal ore bodies on Earth. Hot, sulphide and metal-laden fluids do not s ...
NRDC: Miami and the Keys, Florida: Identifying and Becoming More
... Cities across the United States should anticipate significant water-related vulnerabilities based on current carbon emission trends because of climate change, ranging from water shortages to more intense storms and floods to sea level rise. To help cities become more resilient to the rising threats ...
... Cities across the United States should anticipate significant water-related vulnerabilities based on current carbon emission trends because of climate change, ranging from water shortages to more intense storms and floods to sea level rise. To help cities become more resilient to the rising threats ...
Marine Geography: resources to bridge secondary and higher
... Useful references: http://www.annualreviews.org/doi/pdf/10.1146/annurev.marine.010908.163834 Anthony et al. 2008. Ocean acidification causes bleaching and productivity loss in coral reef builders PNAS 105 no. 45 17442-17446 Open access journal at: http://www.pnas.org/content/105/45/17442.full ...
... Useful references: http://www.annualreviews.org/doi/pdf/10.1146/annurev.marine.010908.163834 Anthony et al. 2008. Ocean acidification causes bleaching and productivity loss in coral reef builders PNAS 105 no. 45 17442-17446 Open access journal at: http://www.pnas.org/content/105/45/17442.full ...
04_HELCOM_and_BALTEX
... Numeric models, automatic sampling and recording systems including satellite imagery should be developed and implemented more effectively. Assessment work should be made interesting for the scientists. The workload should be divided in a more effective way. A fully functioning database as well as ef ...
... Numeric models, automatic sampling and recording systems including satellite imagery should be developed and implemented more effectively. Assessment work should be made interesting for the scientists. The workload should be divided in a more effective way. A fully functioning database as well as ef ...
Introduction/Scientific Method/Decision-Making - Hatboro
... carbon? Does the source differ for producers and consumers? ...
... carbon? Does the source differ for producers and consumers? ...
Biodiversity, climate change, and ecosystem services
... particularly changes in the composition of the atmosphere, such as increasing CO2, affect organisms directly, as does the action of some of the other greenhouse gases, particularly nitrogenous compounds resulting from combustion and crop fertilization. The primary indirect effect of these drivers is ...
... particularly changes in the composition of the atmosphere, such as increasing CO2, affect organisms directly, as does the action of some of the other greenhouse gases, particularly nitrogenous compounds resulting from combustion and crop fertilization. The primary indirect effect of these drivers is ...
Ocean - International Year of Planet Earth
... sulphide. When they vent on the seafloor, reactions between the hot, metalladen vent fluids and the surrounding cold deep-sea water lead to the precipitation of metal sulphides, a reaction that has generated some of the largest metal ore bodies on Earth. Hot, sulphide and metal-laden fluids do not s ...
... sulphide. When they vent on the seafloor, reactions between the hot, metalladen vent fluids and the surrounding cold deep-sea water lead to the precipitation of metal sulphides, a reaction that has generated some of the largest metal ore bodies on Earth. Hot, sulphide and metal-laden fluids do not s ...
Second Circular
... Mediterranean climate research and to integrate expertise and promote exchange of information between climatologists, on the one hand, and hydrologists, ecologists, social scientists, public health experts, economists and agronomists on the other. The conference topics include the traditional focal ...
... Mediterranean climate research and to integrate expertise and promote exchange of information between climatologists, on the one hand, and hydrologists, ecologists, social scientists, public health experts, economists and agronomists on the other. The conference topics include the traditional focal ...
Focus Question - WordPress.com
... trenches_________. 3. Define subduction: _____________________________________________ process by which ocean floor sinks beneath a deepocean trench and back into the mantle. ...
... trenches_________. 3. Define subduction: _____________________________________________ process by which ocean floor sinks beneath a deepocean trench and back into the mantle. ...
ERAC 1 - 17 and 18 March 2010 - Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
... Members heard a presentation on the development and outcomes of the 2009 Outlook Report, and were asked to consider policy and information gaps, and synthesis work for the preparation of the 2014 Outlook Report. The GBRMPA is hoping to keep the structure, the assessment criteria and the assessment a ...
... Members heard a presentation on the development and outcomes of the 2009 Outlook Report, and were asked to consider policy and information gaps, and synthesis work for the preparation of the 2014 Outlook Report. The GBRMPA is hoping to keep the structure, the assessment criteria and the assessment a ...
Presentation, 5MB
... Visualisation of results (GIS maps, models) Dissemination to public (awareness; language) ...
... Visualisation of results (GIS maps, models) Dissemination to public (awareness; language) ...
Impacts of Climate Change on Commercial Fishing in the
... resulting in fatal consequences. It is thought that this will soon occur in the North Sea when as sea temperature increases. This will have a serious knock on effect on the fish populations predated on by these birds. ...
... resulting in fatal consequences. It is thought that this will soon occur in the North Sea when as sea temperature increases. This will have a serious knock on effect on the fish populations predated on by these birds. ...
Climate change adaptation and Australia`s water
... Species distribution and climate relationships Flow and habitat management Refugia and reserve design Fragmentation and barriers ...
... Species distribution and climate relationships Flow and habitat management Refugia and reserve design Fragmentation and barriers ...