Utoo Radio with Other News Sources - June 20, 2024 - A new study has found that global warming is causing more light to reach algae beneath the ice, accelerating their growth, particularly during spring blooms.

The researchers used satellite data from CryoSat-2 and other sources to map light penetration under the ice.

They found that alterations in snow depth changed the timing of the algae blooms, with less snow leading to earlier blooms in the central Arctic over the past 40 years.

The study also highlighted the need for continued monitoring and research to understand how these changes affect not just the Arctic but global climate patterns.

The researchers emphasize the importance of understanding the photosynthetically active radiation that penetrates sea ice to support wider studies to understand the impact of climate change on life in the Arctic Ocean.

The ongoing warming of the Arctic and the resulting ecological changes underscore the need for continued monitoring and research to develop new climate mitigation strategies.