New Study Reveals Global Ocean Darkening Threatens Marine Life
Plymouth Marine Laboratory
Published: 27 May 2025
A PML-co-led study found that over 21% of the global ocean has darkened over the past two decades, shrinking vital photic zones that support over 90% of marine life and drive oxygen production and carbon cycling.
Keywords: ocean darkening, photic zone, marine ecology, satellite data, phytoplankton, light attenuation, climate change
Protection for the High Seas Moves Closer with Ratification of UN High Seas Treaty
Plymouth Marine Laboratory
Published: 19 September 2025
The BBNJ Agreement reached its 60-nation ratification threshold and enters into force on January 17, 2026, enabling marine protected areas in international waters and promoting scientific cooperation in ocean conservation.
Keywords: high seas treaty, BBNJ, marine conservation, ocean policy, marine protected areas, biodiversity, international waters
Does Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Have the Potential to Mitigate Ocean Acidification?
Plymouth Marine Laboratory
Published: 10 November 2025
PML Professor Helen Findlay explores whether marine carbon dioxide removal methods could help counteract ocean acidification, examining the efficacy and potential ecological impacts of various mCDR approaches.
Keywords: marine CDR, ocean acidification, carbon dioxide removal, ocean chemistry, climate mitigation, alkalinity enhancement, carbon capture
