#great-barrier-reef

#great-barrier-reef

Tourism industry impacted by Great Barrier Reef bleaching events

Increased awareness about climate change due to coral bleaching [ more ]

Corals on the Great Barrier Reef are experiencing stress due to rising water temperatures, leading to potential coral bleaching events.

Scientists are exploring the use of clouds to help cool the ocean and provide relief to coral colonies during heat waves. [ more ]

Mass bleaching event impacting the Great Barrier Reef is a stark visual representation of the climate crisis.

Coral bleaching is caused by elevated ocean temperatures leading to expulsion of algae, starvation, and potential death of the coral. [ more ]

Extensive coral bleaching reported on the Great Barrier Reef stretching over 1,100 kilometers

Conservationists concerned about a possible seventh mass bleaching event unfolding on the reef. [ more ]

Coral bleaching due to rising ocean temperatures affecting Great Barrier Reef

Global heating is the biggest threat to coral reefs [ more ]

Two back-to-back cyclones have caused concerns about damage to the Great Barrier Reef.

The cyclones have resulted in freshwater runoff that can cause coral bleaching and damage to marine ecosystems. [ more ]

Warming seas threaten coral reefs

Corals can recover from bleaching if temperatures cool [ more ]

The Albanese government is claiming to be on track to have national climate targets that align with keeping global heating to 1.5C.

Australia is trying to convince Unesco not to recommend the Great Barrier Reef be placed on the list of world heritage sites in danger. [ more ]

Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces serious threat, UNESCO urges immediate action. [ more ]