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Oceans

Oceans cover more than two-thirds of the surface of the planet. They are at risk due to pollution, overfishing and other forms of damage such as deep-sea mining, oil and gas drilling. How can we protect our oceans?

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Reports & Analysis

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki spews hot lava in Flores Timur, Nusa Tenggara, Timur province on January 11, 2024

Why are volcanoes common in the Pacific Ring of Fire?

Why are volcanoes common in the Pacific Ring of Fire?

The Ring of Fire is a string of Pacific volcanoes. Eruptions are a constant threat for Indonesia and other nations.
ScienceNovember 4, 2024
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Colombia: Saving sharks from illegal fishermen near Malpelo

Colombia: Saving sharks from illegal fishermen near Malpelo

Since 2018, a team of environmentalists has been on the move to save sharks from illegal fishermen in a nature reserve.
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The edible future from the sea: Seaweed

The edible future from the sea: Seaweed

Meet Lindy Taverner, the South African who brings seaweed to the menu.
Food SecurityOctober 17, 202405:57 min
Wind gusts twist umbrellas and buffet people during Hurricane Ian in Charleston in South Carolina

What are the La Nina and El Nino climate phenomena?

What are the La Nina and El Nino climate phenomena?

Here's how the Pacific weather phases of El Nino and La Nina can influence extreme weather across the globe.
ClimateOctober 17, 2024
A diver shines a light under the water

How climate change is affecting the Mediterranean Sea

How climate change is affecting the Mediterranean Sea

Every day, marine biologist Gerwin Gretschel observes how rapidly the Mediterranean Sea is changing.
ClimateOctober 11, 202405:24 min
In this aerial view a land surveyor measures beach and sand erosion using GPS

Rising sea levels: Are some regions doomed?

Rising sea levels: Are some regions doomed?

Sea levels are rising worldwide. Who is particularly at risk — and what can be done to counter the floods?
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 25, 202412 images
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On patrol with Mallorca's 'seagrass police'

Official patrols are monitoring the Balearic Islands. Their mission: to protect seagrass, a key climate protector.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 9, 202403:11 min
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How safe is sunscreen for people and planet?

Sunscreen is packed with unpronounceable chemicals. Here are five things to know about their safety.
Nature and EnvironmentJuly 17, 2024
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Sandstorms: What are they, and why are they more frequent?

Sandstorms stop traffic, spread diseases and can be life-threatening. DW looks at why are they becoming more frequent.
Nature and EnvironmentJuly 12, 2024
A rusted China-flagged boat

Chinese fishing fleets in Indian Ocean accused of abuses

A recent investigation has revealed how China's distant-water fishing fleet commits environmental and labor abuses.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 4, 2024
Desalination plant in Spain

Desalination — can it help us survive water scarcity?

It is known for being energy-intensive, expensive and polluting. But with dwindling freshwater, is desalination vital?
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 22, 2024
Underwater image of a diver among fish at the North Seymour Island dive site in the Galapagos archipelago

Greenpeace urges Galapagos high seas protected area

Greenpeace has called for increased protection of the unique underwater world around Ecuador's Galapagos Islands.
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 16, 20248 images
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