Greenhouse Oceans

The oceans' reactions to the increasing greenhouse effect are multifaceted. In some cases, these changes can already be observed and will strengthen further in the future. The work conducted by the Kiel marine scientists on research into the future oceans will now be supported by seven junior research groups, working in an interdisciplinary fashion.


The main questions on this topic are:

  • What are the ocean's biological and chemical reactions to the changing atmosphere?
  • How are ocean currents and marine ecosystems reacting to global warming?
  • How high is the capacity for CO2 sequestration in the oceans and how will this develop in the future?
  • What are the consequences of changes in the marine system for the welfare of mankind and for the management of greenhouse gases?

 

Ocean change - Junior research groups

  1. A1: Ocean Acidification
  2. A2: Seafloor Warming
  3. A3: Oceanic CO2-Uptake
  4. A4: Ocean Circulation
  5. A5: CO2 Sequestration
  6. A6: Ocean Surface Chemistry
  7. A7: Valuing the Ocean
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