Climate Science

The study of long-term weather patterns, climate change mechanisms, and atmospheric processes.

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Climate Change Mechanisms

Climate change is driven by alterations in the Earth's energy balance, primarily through increased greenhouse gas concentrations from human activities, amplified by feedback mechanisms in the climate system.

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Evidence Mounts That Ocean Carbon Sink Is Weakening Faster Than Projected

Multiple independent studies confirm the Southern Ocean's capacity to absorb atmospheric CO2 has declined by 10-15% since 2000, with implications for climate projections.

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Climate Change Mechanisms
Climate change is driven by alterations in the Earth's energy balance, primarily through increased greenhouse gas concentrations from human activities, amplified by feedback mechanisms in the climate system.

Briefings

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Evidence Mounts That Ocean Carbon Sink Is Weakening Faster Than Projected
Multiple independent studies confirm the Southern Ocean's capacity to absorb atmospheric CO2 has declined by 10-15% since 2000, with implications for climate projections.