Marine Environmental Chemist
Understanding our oceans is crucial in today’s world, where marine ecosystems face unprecedented challenges. Marine science provides insight into the complexities of ocean life, ecosystems, and the planet’s natural processes. Researchers and marine scientists contribute significantly to society through their studies, uncovering knowledge that addresses both ecological and human needs. This article delves into marine…
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted many aspects of life, including the global conversation on climate change. While the pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, it also offered a unique opportunity to reflect on environmental issues. As the world paused, so did many human activities contributing to climate change. However, this temporary slowdown highlighted our deep-seated challenges in addressing…
The shift towards renewable energy has become a global imperative, driven by the need to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Among the various renewable sources, solar and wind power have emerged as the dominant players, transforming the energy landscape. As nations strive to meet their carbon reduction targets, the rise of…
Marine geochemistry is a specialized field that studies the chemical processes and interactions within marine environments, including oceans, seas, and coastal waters. Given that much of this work occurs in or near water, a common question arises: Do marine geochemists need to be swimmers? While swimming is undoubtedly a useful skill, the answer to this…
Retired professor and marine science specialist David Hastings showcases four ways to do your part in helping to protect the planet’s precious oceans during the coming year. GAINESVILLE, FL / ACCESSWIRE / January 7, 2021 / David Hastings is a renowned marine science expert from Gainesville, Florida. The marine geochemist and chemical oceanographer is also…
Dr. David Hastings, retired college professor, outlines just some of the many ways in which climate change is directly impacting the world’s precious ocean environments. Responsible for regulating the planet’s climate, the world’s oceans are a global force of nature. Mediating temperatures, determining rainfall, and generally driving the weather across large swathes of the Earth’s surface,…
In this Sept. 14, 2020 file photo, Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden speaks about climate change and wildfires affecting western states in Wilmington, Del. The United States left the Paris climate agreement on the day after the presidential election. Biden has called for significant changes to address climate issues. (Patrick Semansky/AP)…
Retired college professor Dr. David Hastings presents an alarming insight into the devastating impact of humans on the ocean environment. A direct result of pollution, overfishing, and ocean acidification, among other causes, only 13 percent of the planet’s oceans are now believed to be pristine, unaffected by the harm caused by industrial activities, human activities,…
Following months of restricted travel, grounded flights, halted cities, and massively reduced demand for oil and gas, has the worldwide coronavirus pandemic slowed global warming? A leading Florida-based environmentalist and retired Eckerd College professor, Dr. David Hastings takes a closer look at the facts surrounding COVID-19 and how the pandemic has impacted climate change during 2020…
“It’s easy to ignore the reports that come from respected sources like the federal government or IPCC when they’re looking ahead to catastrophic events in 2100,” says David Hastings, retired Eckerd College professor. “I don’t know about you, but I’m not likely to be alive in 2100. And while it’s not as far off as people think…