Autonomous seawater monitoring equipment

Ocean Acidification is one of the most significant consequences of climate change in marine environments. The impact that this change has on marine ecosystems is less clear, however, as the scale of long-term change in seawater pH is often masked by local fluctuations driven by photosynthesis and respiration on the coral reefs. Consequently, only by establishing long-term monitoring stations and multi-year records can the true nature, and potential impact, of ocean acidification in local/regional settings be established.

Characterising the environmental sensitivity of Belizean coastal waters

Coral Reef Belize

A month long fieldwork campaign has begun in Belizean coastal waters which will enhance understanding of the sensitivities of these fragile environments to the impacts of both human activities and climate change.

Dr Christopher Pearce, programme lead for the NOC, said “Belizean coastal environments are some of the most fragile in the world, and are facing a combination of challenges from both human and climate change factors.

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