Scripps Oceanography Celebrates Seaweed Diversity in California
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 28 November 2023
Scripps’ Seaweed Speakeasy, part of the CA Seaweed Festival, showcased seaweed science, art, food, and culture. The event highlighted seaweed’s role in sustainability, climate solutions, and culinary traditions.
Keywords: seaweed, sustainability, Scripps, California Seaweed Festival, marine conservation, ocean health, climate solutions
New Report Confirms Benefits of FIRO Strategy in Enhancing Water Management at Prado Dam
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 4 December 2023
A new report shows Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations at Prado Dam can boost groundwater recharge by 4,000–6,000 acre-feet yearly, improving water supply, flood control, and climate resilience through advanced atmospheric river forecasts.
Keywords: FIRO, Prado Dam, groundwater recharge, atmospheric rivers, water supply, flood control, climate resilience
Study Proposes New Explanation for California Anchovy Booms and Busts
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 December 2023
Scripps and NOAA scientists found that shorter food chains supporting anchovy larvae precede population booms, while longer ones precede busts. The discovery could help predict anchovy cycles and guide fishery management.
Keywords: anchovy, food chain, larvae, CalCOFI, population cycles, fisheries, marine ecosystem
