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Great Barrier Reef Faces Sixth Bleaching Crisis Amid Climate Urgency

4/17/2025

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Australia's Great Barrier Reef has faced its sixth mass bleaching event since 2016, a stark reminder of the relentless impact of climate change. With widespread coral stress, especially in the north, conservationists are calling for immediate action: a 90% reduction in pollution by 2035 and a halt to new fossil fuel projects to safeguard this natural wonder for future generations.

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Australia's Great Barrier Reef has faced its sixth mass bleaching event since 2016, a stark reminder of the relentless impact of climate change. With widespread coral stress, especially in the north, conservationists are calling for immediate action: a 90% reduction in pollution by 2035 and a halt to new fossil fuel projects to safeguard this natural wonder for future generations.