Lake Baikal: Ice Diving
by DiveSSI - 5th December 2018
Cold as ice and yet so hot!
Lake Baikal is one of the largest waterbodies in the world. Super clean water. Almost unbelievable is the fact that...
Lake Baikal is one of the largest waterbodies in the world. Super clean water. Almost unbelievable is the fact that...
Polar ice could be softer than expected
by DiveSSI - 3rd August 2018
Models for sea-level rise need to be adapted
Ice has similar flow characteristics as a very viscous liquid. The ice sheets of the polar ice the...
Ice has similar flow characteristics as a very viscous liquid. The ice sheets of the polar ice the...
Icelandic whalers kill blue whale
by DiveSSI - 12th July 2018
Whale protectors speak of environmental crime
The Whale and Dolphin Conservation Organization (WDC) is alarmed by photographs documenting the c...
The Whale and Dolphin Conservation Organization (WDC) is alarmed by photographs documenting the c...
Arctic Expedition: Research vessel “Polarstern” is supposed to freeze in the ice
by DiveSSI - 6th July 2018
International MOSAiC expedition starts in autumn 2019
It will be the largest Arctic research expedition of all times: In September 2019, the Ge...
It will be the largest Arctic research expedition of all times: In September 2019, the Ge...
Iceland slaughters first fin whale after a two-year break
by DiveSSI - 23rd June 2018
Iceland continues to disregard biodiversity
After a break of two years, the Icelandic whaling ship "Hvalur 8" harpooned the first fin whale on ...
After a break of two years, the Icelandic whaling ship "Hvalur 8" harpooned the first fin whale on ...
Researchers are measuring a record concentration of microplastic in the Arctic sea ice
by DiveSSI - 29th May 2018
The plastic particles come from the garbage patch in the Pacific Ocean and from fishing vessels
Researchers at the Alfred Wegener Institute, He...
Researchers at the Alfred Wegener Institute, He...
“License to Krill”
by DiveSSI - 19th March 2018
Greenpeace: industrial krill fishing endangers the Southern Ocean
The fishing industry is jeopardizing the ecological balance of the south pola...
The fishing industry is jeopardizing the ecological balance of the south pola...
Arctic sea ice: negative record
by DiveSSI - 12th March 2018
The arctic ice cover was never smaller in a February than 2018
The Arctic sea ice is dwindling: since satellites in the 1970s have the white ca...
The Arctic sea ice is dwindling: since satellites in the 1970s have the white ca...
Ice-free Arctic: Increased shipping carries incalculable environmental risks
by DiveSSI - 29th September 2017
Heavy oil ban in arctic waters is the only effective measure for the protection of the environment
In view of the recently documented reducti...
In view of the recently documented reducti...
Effects of climate change in Arctic driven by seasonality of sea ice
by DiveSSI - 25th July 2017
Dramatic changes to take place prematurely within next decade
At the Arctic Ocean, the sea ice cover shrinks, with the most ice loss observed...
At the Arctic Ocean, the sea ice cover shrinks, with the most ice loss observed...
Blooms of phytoplankton caused by thinning sea ice in Arctic
by DiveSSI - 26th April 2017
Melt ponds that lower ice's reflectivity another cause
Conditions under the Arctic sea ice are too dark for photosynthesis to take place, ...
Conditions under the Arctic sea ice are too dark for photosynthesis to take place, ...
Melting of sea ice may cause juvenile polar cod to starve
by DiveSSI - 17th March 2017
Biologists verify polar cod's strong dependence on ice algae
The humble polar cod plays an integral role in the Arctic food web. They feed o...
The humble polar cod plays an integral role in the Arctic food web. They feed o...
Day 8 – The last walk under the ice
by MARES / SSI / rEvo Dive Expedition Team - 21st February 2017
This morning we woke up with a smile in our faces since we knew it would be a fantastic day, but also with some sadness and melancholy because we knew...
Day 7 – rEvo Rebreather and recreational dive equipment under the ice
by MARES / SSI / rEvo Dive Expedition Team - 20th February 2017
All team members are getting used to the schedule: 7:30am meeting and packing up the equipment – 8:00am breakfast – 8:30am loading the trucks a...
Day 5 – Cracked ice and some troubles at Khoboy
by MARES / SSI / rEvo Dive Expedition Team - 18th February 2017
Today we headed north to the sharp tip of the Island of Olkhon.
While the thermometer was showing a milder temperature of "just" -18°C, the way we ...
Day 2 – First steps on the ice
by MARES / SSI / rEvo Dive Expedition Team - 15th February 2017
After being in a safe harbor with a comfy bed and a great intercontinental breakfast still in Irkutsk, we headed south to get in contact with some ice...
Russian Ice Diving Adventure
by MARES / SSI / rEvo Dive Expedition Team - 20th January 2017
From February 14th to February 22nd 2017, a team of seven intrepid divers will be heading to Siberia to experience the adventure of ice diving!
Ev...
Trade in whale products by Iceland and Norway escalates
by DiveSSI - 30th September 2016
Norway and Japan are doing all they can to escalate commercial whaling
Conservation and animal welfare organisations have confirmed that Icela...
Conservation and animal welfare organisations have confirmed that Icela...
New measurements indicate greater mass loss from Greenland ice sheet than previous thought
by DiveSSI - 27th September 2016
Amount of annual ice loss actually 272 Giga tons
The loss of ice mass from the Greenland ice sheet is greater than previously thought, says a ...
The loss of ice mass from the Greenland ice sheet is greater than previously thought, says a ...
Scientists study the ice algae-produced carbon in the Arctic
by DiveSSI - 22nd July 2016
“Ice Algae” play a large role in the Arctic food cycle
Major companies say “no” to cod fishing in previously ice-covered Arctic waters
by DiveSSI - 30th May 2016
Some major food companies and retailers, like Iglo and McDonald's, have signed a commitment with Greenpeace on 25 May 2016 to halt further expansion o...
Service ratings in the tourism industry since 2009
by DiveSSI - 22nd October 2015
Central Europe, particularly the German-language countries, have long been world champions in travelling, until China won over this unofficial title...
The COTSbot: A robot with a licence to inject
by DiveSSI - 15th September 2015
Using technology to combat starfish scourge
Florida Keys: new “Connect & Protect” campaign
by DiveSSI - 11th February 2019
Florida Keys & Key West focus on tourism
The Florida Keys & Key West Tourism Office is showing visitors the new "Connect & Protect"...
The Florida Keys & Key West Tourism Office is showing visitors the new "Connect & Protect"...
Turbid water makes reef fish more cautious
by DiveSSI - 4th February 2019
Restricted visibility on the reef costs anemone fish a lot of energy
Scientists at James Cook University have found that fish become more fearf...
Scientists at James Cook University have found that fish become more fearf...
Remote coral reefs are doing better
by DiveSSI - 2nd February 2019
NOAA studied US coral reefs in the Pacific
Coral reefs in remote, uninhabited areas of the Pacific are generally in good condition. They ...
Coral reefs in remote, uninhabited areas of the Pacific are generally in good condition. They ...
Underwater robot unlocks secrets of the “Sweet Lake”
by DiveSSI - 18th January 2019
A burial mound at the bottom of the lake
The "Sweet Lake" (Süße See)in Saxony-Anhalt (Germany) is a real treasure chest for underwater archae...
The "Sweet Lake" (Süße See)in Saxony-Anhalt (Germany) is a real treasure chest for underwater archae...
A new tool for investigation and rescue of coral reefs
by DiveSSI - 17th January 2019
Web-based application improves data evaluation and availability
Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful. Climate change heats the s...
Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful. Climate change heats the s...
In the focus: The oceans most productive areas
by DiveSSI - 16th January 2019
Researchers are investigating upwelling areas off Africa and South America
On the eastern edges of the Atlantic and the Pacific, continuous buo...
On the eastern edges of the Atlantic and the Pacific, continuous buo...
The long term memory of the Pacific Ocean
by DiveSSI - 12th January 2019
Cold periods still take place in the deep Pacific
The sea has a long memory. When the water in the deep Pacific Ocean has seen sunlight the las...
The sea has a long memory. When the water in the deep Pacific Ocean has seen sunlight the las...
Healthy reefs “sound good” for coral larvae
by DiveSSI - 18th December 2018
Soundscape plays a role in the settlement of corals
In the larval stage corals drift freely in the sea - but once the larva has settled down, i...
In the larval stage corals drift freely in the sea - but once the larva has settled down, i...
New Zealand’s coastal seas are declared as marine “Hope Spot”
by DiveSSI - 3rd December 2018
New Zealand government must finally protect the last Maui dolphins
A good day for the rare Maui dolphins and their floating and flying neighbor...
A good day for the rare Maui dolphins and their floating and flying neighbor...
Deep-sea shark as bycatch
by DiveSSI - 25th November 2018
Fisheries rules for deep-sea fish are inadequate
The EU fisheries ministers have regulated deep-sea fishing for the years 2019 and 2020. For mo...
The EU fisheries ministers have regulated deep-sea fishing for the years 2019 and 2020. For mo...
Research vessel “Polarstern” started towards Antarctica
by DiveSSI - 12th November 2018
What does it look like below the ice shelf of the calved giant iceberg "A68"?
On November 11, 2018, the research vessel "Polarstern" left its h...
On November 11, 2018, the research vessel "Polarstern" left its h...
Plastic litter in the sea: Fundamental changes necessary
by DiveSSI - 5th November 2018
Experts discuss the EU ban on disposable plastic
The EU wants to ban disposable products such as drinking straws or ear swabs. The plastic wast...
The EU wants to ban disposable products such as drinking straws or ear swabs. The plastic wast...
Pacific coral reef keeps recovering from coral bleaching
by DiveSSI - 2nd November 2018
Researchers prove historical bleaching events
As climate change causes ocean temperatures to rise, coral reefs experience coral bleaching world...
As climate change causes ocean temperatures to rise, coral reefs experience coral bleaching world...
Weddell Sea: Icy gem in the Southern Ocean
by DiveSSI - 1st November 2018
Weddell Sea Sanctuary: The largest marine reserve in the world is to be created
In the Southern Ocean, north of the Antarctic, the largest mari...
In the Southern Ocean, north of the Antarctic, the largest mari...
A new wreck near Murter
by DiveSSI - 29th October 2018
A fantastic dive also for beginners
Several wrecks are known around Murter (Francesca, Gladiator, Plic Grmeni ...) and Najada Diving offers som...
Several wrecks are known around Murter (Francesca, Gladiator, Plic Grmeni ...) and Najada Diving offers som...
Feed additions in aquaculture damage lobster
by DiveSSI - 19th October 2018
Sea lice treatment has serious side effects
Teflubenzuron is added to the feed of farmed salmon in some cases to treat sea lice infestation. Th...
Teflubenzuron is added to the feed of farmed salmon in some cases to treat sea lice infestation. Th...
Malaysia’s various diving spots
by DiveSSI - 11th October 2018
Various diving spots for beginners, advanced, tech divers and photographers
Malaysia impresses with diversity: scenic, cultural and culinary. T...
Malaysia impresses with diversity: scenic, cultural and culinary. T...
Orcas threatened by environmental toxin PCB
by DiveSSI - 9th October 2018
Accumulation of long-lasting environmental toxin in killer whale tissues
More than forty years after the first steps in the ban of polychlorina...
More than forty years after the first steps in the ban of polychlorina...
NABU exits certification process for New Zealand Hoki
by DiveSSI - 5th October 2018
MSC seal of approval continues to lose credibility
NABU and NABU International Conservation Foundation announced their withdrawal from the Mari...
NABU and NABU International Conservation Foundation announced their withdrawal from the Mari...
Deep-sea mining: Research on risks and ecological consequences
by DiveSSI - 3rd October 2018
“Mining Impact: Phase 2 of the project started in Brussels
There are still no mining licenses for the deep-sea outside national economic zone...
There are still no mining licenses for the deep-sea outside national economic zone...
Brazil: Researchers discover unknown reef fish
by DiveSSI - 2nd October 2018
Divers where so captivated - they didn’t notice sixgill shark hovering above them
Named for Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, ...
Named for Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, ...
Norwegian Whaling Report confirms: Whales die in agony
by DiveSSI - 13th September 2018
Industrial whaling is cruel
At the beginning of the 67th session of the International Whaling Commission, a report by the Norwegian government ...
At the beginning of the 67th session of the International Whaling Commission, a report by the Norwegian government ...
San Francisco: World’s first marine cleansing system launched
by DiveSSI - 12th September 2018
San Francisco: World's first marine cleansing system launched
The ocean cleaning begins with the removal of plastic waste from the large Pacifi...
The ocean cleaning begins with the removal of plastic waste from the large Pacifi...
„Measuring Fever“ in the Arctic
by DiveSSI - 4th September 2018
Two-month expedition into the Laptev Sea started
Recently, the Russian research icebreaker "AKADEMIK TRYOSHNIKOV" came to Kiel on a special mis...
Recently, the Russian research icebreaker "AKADEMIK TRYOSHNIKOV" came to Kiel on a special mis...
The path of plastic in the oceans
by DiveSSI - 3rd September 2018
Microplastic connects to naturally occurring particles and forms aggregates
Although vast amounts of plastic are drifting in the oceans and new...
Although vast amounts of plastic are drifting in the oceans and new...
