Antarctica’s shrinking sea ice hits a record low, alarming scientists
Peak Antarctic ice coverage during the region’s winter—which is the northern hemisphere’s summer—likely occurred on Sept. 10. On that date sea ice stretched over 16.96 million square kilometers, after which it began to shrink, the NSIDC said.
Biden administration invests in engagement with ocean data firms
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden is investing in a new initiative to develop deeper engagement with the commercial and non-profit sector and build public-private partnerships.
As climate change and high costs plague Alaska’s fisheries, fewer young people take up the trade
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/alaska-next-generation-fishers-1.6978613
For the young people who do become commercial fishers, many see it as a way to make good money for a short time, while some others have a desire to sustain the industry for the long term in a way that benefits both fishers and fisheries.
UK govt expands sewage plan to England’s protected seas
https://divemagazine.com/scuba-diving-news/uk-govt-expands-sewage-plan-to-englands-protected-seas
The UK government has confirmed that its Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plan – a programme to reduce the spillage of sewage from storm drains into the sea.
Sea turtles set strides at end of nesting season
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/454359/sea-turtles-set-strides-end-nesting-season
Nesting season kicks off annually on May 1 and proceeds through August 31. This season in particular has been nothing short of monumental.