Polar Bear Survival: The Alarming Link to Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Scientists from several institutions have found a direct link between greenhouse gas emissions and polar bear survival.

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The study was published in the Journal Science.

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The Endangered Species Act historically overlooked climate considerations.

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The research highlights declining trends in polar bear subpopulations.

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David Bernhardt excluded climate change considerations from the Endangered Species Act evaluations.

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Steven Amstrup emphasizes the revolutionary nature of this research.

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The study builds on a 2020 report about polar bear survival and global warming.

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Polar Bears International has been instrumental in this research.

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The research emphasizes the importance of addressing overall climate change.

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