Climate Change Major Driver of Surging Algae Levels in Canada's Lakes: Study
- A study suggests that global warming is a major driver of surging algae levels in Canadian lakes, raising health concerns for Earth's freshwater sources.
- Average algae levels have increased seven-fold since the 1960s across 80 Canadian lakes, according to the study.
- Researchers warn that elevated algae levels could lead to problems like toxic algal blooms, affecting drinking water sources in Canada.
- Experts emphasize the need for urgent action against climate change to protect Canada's lakes and preserve freshwater quality, as highlighted by Irene Gregory-Eaves.
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Climate change major driver of surging algae levels in Canada’s lakes: study
TORONTO - A study of dozens of Canadian lakes suggests global warming is the major driver of surging algae levels, raising questions about the health of a sizable chunk of Earth's freshwater as temperatures continue to climb.

Climate change major driver of surging algae levels in Canada's lakes: study
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TORONTO — A study of dozens of Canadian lakes suggests that global warming is the main factor in increasing seaweed levels, raising questions about the health of a significant portion of the world's freshwater, as temperatures continue to rise. According to a study of 80 lakes in Canada, average seaweed levels have increased sevenfold since the 1960s or so compared to the previous century. These changes were more pronounced in lakes near areas o…
A study of dozens of Canadian lakes suggests that global warming is the main factor in rising algae levels, raising questions about the health of a significant portion of the world's freshwater as temperatures continue to rise. According to a study of 80 lakes in Canada, average levels of algae have increased sevenfold since the 1960s or so compared to the previous century. These changes were most pronounced in lakes located near areas of human …
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