Ocean Acidification in the News

Ocean acidification might not exactly be a household name yet, but it is gaining attention from news outlets here in New York and around the world. Here is some of the most recent news on ocean acidification.

Newsday: New York to Study ‘Emerging Threat’ of Ocean Acidification
August 26th, 2018 – The New York Department of Environmental Conservation has officially announced the members of the Ocean Acidification Task Force. The conditions in New York waters give it potential for severe acidification, and the Task Force will help the state respond to the threat. Read article here.

National Geographic: The Ocean Is Getting More Acidic – What That Actually Means
June 15th, 2018 – Scientists and seafood harvesters along the Mid-Atlantic coast are working to develop new strategies to monitor ocean chemistry and respond to changes. Read article here.

Wired: Ocean Acidification Could Be a Net Positive for Some Fish
March 30th, 2018 – Some species, such as the Atlantic herring from this Swedish study, could be ocean acidification “winners”. Read article here.

NPR: Can Seagrass Save Shellfish from Climate Change?
January 30th, 2018 – Underwater plants that take up carbon dioxide may be a natural solution to help preserve the shellfish harvest in the Pacific Northwest. Read article here.