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A Polymer Problem: How Plastic Production and Consumption is Polluting our Oceans

April 17, 2019 by Abigail Hogan and Alexander Steinbach Environmental Law Review Syndicate Oceans Plastic pollution Sustainability

Is it time to retire single-use plastics? Read more in this analysis posted via the Environmental Law Review Syndicate.

By Abigail Hogan and Alexander Steinbach, Staff Editors, Vermont Journal of Environmental Law

The Thwaites Glacier comprises one third of the mass that has been lost from the Amundsen Sea Embayment.

The Thwaites Glacier, Rising Sea Levels, and the Future of Coastal Cities

March 19, 2019 by Sylvie Yudin Climate change International Oceans State and Local Sustainability

Scientists have recently discovered that the Thwaites Glacier, a key component of the West Antarctic glacial system, is melting faster than expected. Since many of the world’s population and financial centers are located along coastlines, the situation unfolding at the Thwaites Glacier is particularly alarming. How drastically are melting glaciers impacting sea levels, and how will governments respond to these shifts?

Legislating a Net-Zero Emissions Future

February 21, 2019 by Isabelle Smith Energy Renewable Energy Sustainability

A successful transition to a low emissions economy and a prosperous, climate resilient future. The call to action for states to achieve this reality has never been stronger. But is it possible? With a new Zero Carbon Bill on the table and strong consultation feedback, Aotearoa, New Zealand may be about to show the world how.

By Isabelle Smith, Guest Contributor