Hawai’i’s Reefs Face an Unprecedented Acid Surge – And the Clock Is Ticking

A startling new study shows that the waters surrounding Hawai‘i are heading toward levels of ocean acidification not seen in thousands of years—and fast. Even under the most optimistic emissions scenarios, coral reefs around the islands are projected to experience chemical changes that could outpace their ability to adapt. Using fine-scale modeling, scientists reveal that [...]

Jul 18, 2025 - 16:00
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Hawai’i’s Reefs Face an Unprecedented Acid Surge – And the Clock Is Ticking
Coral and Red Urchin in MauiA startling new study shows that the waters surrounding Hawai‘i are heading toward levels of ocean acidification not seen in thousands of years—and fast. Even under the most optimistic emissions scenarios, coral reefs around the islands are projected to experience chemical changes that could outpace their ability to adapt. Using fine-scale modeling, scientists reveal that [...]

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