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“Hawaii feels so passionately about climate. You know, our oceans are warming. As a result, we have more ocean acidification and coral bleaching. You can actually see it.” quote by Brian Schatz
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“Hawaii feels so passionately about climate. You know, our oceans are warming. As a result, we have more ocean acidification and coral bleaching. You can actually see it.”

Brian Schatz

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Source Speech: Senate Floor Address on Climate Change, 2022

Hawaii’s warming oceans cause acidification and coral bleaching, visible signs of climate crisis.

In simple terms: Warming oceans damage reefs.

Key Takeaway

Act on climate to protect oceans.

Themes

climate ocean acidification coral bleaching environment

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

environmental activist

When to use this quote

  • coastal communities
  • tourism
  • fisheries

Key Concepts

climate science marine ecology policy advocacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What local actions can reduce ocean warming?
  • How can communities adapt?
A Different Perspective

Economic interests may resist climate action.

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