Water Resources

The Mystery of the Atlantic Cold Spot—Solved by a Slowing Ocean

A mysterious cold patch in the Atlantic has baffled scientists for decades. New research reveals the culprit: a dramatic slowdown in a key ocean current, with major climate consequences ahead.

Sea Ice: The Antarctic Guardian of Carbon

Winter sea ice in the Southern Ocean boosts carbon absorption by shielding surface waters from carbon-rich deep layers — reshaping climate predictions.

Vanishing Soil Moisture Fuels Faster Sea Level Rise

A global study led by PolyU reveals that soil moisture is rapidly vanishing—sending land water into the oceans and quietly accelerating sea level rise.

When Wet Soils Supercharge West Coast Floods

Even mild storms can turn deadly when they strike saturated ground. Here's how soil moisture supercharges flood risk.

Rivers Found Releasing Ancient Carbon into Atmosphere

A new global study finds that rivers release CO₂ from ancient carbon stores—altering our understanding of nature’s role in regulating the climate.

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