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Coastal retreat in Alaska is accelerating because of compound climate impacts, researchers warn
More information: Roger Creel et al, Permafrost thaw subsidence, sea-level rise, and erosion are transforming Alaska's Arctic coastal zone, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (2024 ...
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Federal funding released for this year’s operations of Alaska research vessel; future undetermined
The funding will cover this year's operations of the Sikuliaq, an ice-capable ship used for research cruises around Alaska.
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Court Reverses Oil Lease Sale That Threatened Belugas Off Alaska’s Coast
Alaska is experiencing more extreme consequences of climate change than the continental United States. Coastal erosion, thawing permafrost, melting sea ice, and fishery collapse are all ramifications ...
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Federal funding released for this year’s operations of Alaska research vessel by UAF
One will study Bering Strait ocean conditions that are causing erosion, flooding, permafrost thaw and other risks, with the goal of better understanding storms that affect Alaska coastal ...