The Swedish coasts are currently net sources of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere, mainly in form of methane. Reducing these emissions requires more measures to combat eutrophication, according to a new policy brief.
On 6-9 June, EU citizens will elect their representatives to the European Parliament. If you care about sea and climate, you should care about the election – the majority of environmental issues are governed by EU.
2024 marks the 50-year anniversary of the first Helsinki convention. “Without the successful cooperation in HELCOM, the Baltic Sea would likely be in a much worse shape today”, comments researcher Bo Gustafsson.
arge anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide don’t only cause global warming, but also acidification of the oceans. The effects on organisms have already been visible and are expected to increase.
Both the European Parliament and the Council have now had their say on the Commission’s proposal for a new Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive.
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