Blogs

  • Impact of nutrient loading in inner Danish waters

    Impact of nutrient loading in inner Danish waters

    The blog explores the Danish seas as vital trading routes, highlighting issues like nutrient loading and its effects on water quality. Algae blooms and hypoxia challenge marine life, particularly cod population, crucial for Denmark’s fishery industry. Innovations in wastewater treatment aim to reduce pollution, while also fishing practices of certain types impact ecosystems.

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  • Understanding the Significance of the Humboldt Current

    Understanding the Significance of the Humboldt Current

    The Humboldt Current significantly influences marine ecosystems along the South American coast, fostering rich biodiversity through nutrient upwelling. It also inhibits cyclone formation and plays a role in global temperature regulation and carbon storage. The current faces potential changes due to climate change, risking marine life and ecosystem stability.

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  • Tropical Cyclone Alfred hitting Australia’s east coast

    Tropical Cyclone Alfred hitting Australia’s east coast

    Tropical cyclone Alfred formed in late February 2025, becoming a category 4 storm that struck eastern Australia, causing approximately 1.2 billion AUD in damages. The cyclone led to severe coastal erosion at the Gold Coast, impacting beaches and prompting discussions on future disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies for similar events.

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My name is Joachim Skjærup Bach

And welcome to “The Skjærup blueprint”, an engineering blog where I write about natural phenomena, engineering marvels and techniques used in society around us.