Giant Antarctic glacier is melting from below. Can an 80km curtain stop it?
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July 22, 2026
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In an exciting scientific endeavor, researchers are exploring the idea of constructing a massive underwater curtain to defend Thwaites Glacier against warm ocean currents. This strategic barrier is intended to redirect these warmer waters, aiming to curb the glacier's swift melting. A recent expedition gathered vital information from the Amundsen Sea to determine the project's feasibility, while additional studies in Svalbard focus on understanding the environmental ramifications of the barrier.
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