Science and Exploration

Ocean Acidification

2 articles

Underwater view of a coral reef showing signs of bleaching and marine life affected by ocean acidification.
Life Sciences

What is Ocean Acidification and Why Does It Threaten Marine Life?

The ocean's acidity has surged by 25-30% since the pre-industrial era, a rate faster than any known change in ocean chemistry in the last 50 to 60 million years.

Dr. Elena Ortiz·August 7, 2026
A split image contrasting the healthy seagrass beds of Biscayne Bay with its degraded, polluted underwater environment, highlighting the ongoing ecological threats.
Earth & Environment

Biscayne Bay Ecosystems Face Intensifying Threats Despite Seagrass Recovery

In a bay increasingly defined by rising temperatures and acidity, Biscayne Bay's overall condition surprisingly improved from "poor" to "fair" in its 2026 Report Card, according to CBS News , even as

Sofia Petrova·June 9, 2026