Polar scientists call for more research and observation into rapid sea ice reduction

PNP DeskJune 16, 2023September 13, 202404 mins

The rapid changes in the Artic and Antarctic have serious implications for these regions, and for global weather and climate. The alert follows expert meetings held earlier this month in Europe. Scientists are concerned Sea ice extent is among key climate indicators used by WMO in its State of the Global Climate reports. Others include greenhouse gases, sea level…

One and a half million people living around glacial lakes in the world, including Pakistan, are at risk, according to research

PNP DeskFebruary 8, 2023September 10, 202403 mins

According to new research on the possible effects of glacial lake eruptions, 1.5 million people living within a 30-mile radius of the glacial lake are at risk. In this study of the scientific journal Nature Communications, it was further stated that half of the one and a half million are in Pakistan, India, the South…