The Gulf Stream
It is commonly accepted that the mild climate of Western Europe is due to the warmth brought by the Gulf Stream. According to recent scientific studies, it seems that the Gulf Stream is slowing down due to global climate change. Can global warming threat this mythic oceanic current? Which could be the consequences for Europe’s climate and what will be the impacts on North Atlantic marine ecosystems during the 21st century ?
( biodiversity video library )
contact contributorThemes
- Environment
- Environment » Climate and global change
- Environment » Ecosystems (incl. land, inland waters, marine)
Technical information
- Director(s): Philippe Coyault
- Right owner:
- Producer(s): EUR-OCEANS
- Reference: ATH_OCE_0108_1
- Length: 00:12:53
- Production year: 2006
- Programme type: Films
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