Alex Dropkin
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Alex Dropkin's Contributions:
Marine Heatwaves, Ranked
Scientists now have a better way to categorize the Blob and other marine heatwaves.
Mar 29, 2018 | 400 words, about 2 minutes
Scientists Confirm: “the Blob” Really Messed Up the Northeast Pacific
The Pacific warm water “Blob” contributed to a record toxic algae bloom.
Dec 6, 2016 | 450 words, about 2 minutes
In Australia, Flooding Is Already on the Rise
A new analysis shows flooding in southeastern Australia has nearly doubled since 1860.
Jul 14, 2016 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
Portland Brewery Goes “Salmon-Safe”
Hopworks Urban Brewery is the first beer maker to achieve a new environmental certification.
Sep 3, 2015 | 600 words, about 3 minutes
Shocking: Less Bottom Trawling Means Bigger Fish
After decades of destructive policies, the North Sea’s fish stocks are finally starting to recover.
Jul 23, 2015 | 800 words, about 4 minutes