Erica Cirino, Author at Pacific Standard

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Environment

The Opening of the Northwest Passage Means More Danger for Walruses and Narwhals

A less icy Arctic will be an economic boon for some, but marine wildlife experts are focused on the increased risks more ships will pose to certain polar species.

Erica Cirino

Environment

Overfishing of Krill Is Disrupting Antarctic Food Chains

Commercial fishing for the tiny crustacean has increased in recent years to supply growing demand for nutritional supplements.

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Environment

Could Hawaii Become the First State to Ban Styrofoam Food Containers?

The state is moving to reduce plastic pollution by implementing a groundbreaking ban on polystyrene containers that are commonly used throughout the island in the food industry.

Erica Cirino

Environment

Should People Stop Eating Seafood?

Due to increasing threats faced by seafood stocks, a few prominent scientists are advocating for the end of seafood consumption.

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Environment

How ‘Fingerprinting’ the Ocean Could Help Future Hurricane Preparedness

Scientists are using satellites to identify where increasing sea levels could result in the most destructive storm surge as hurricanes grow more powerful due to climate change.

Erica Cirino