Scientists call for curb on fossil fuels to save the world's reefs

As the largest international gathering of coral reef experts comes to a close, scientists have written to the Australian Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, calling for action to save the world’s reefs.

The letter was sent to Turnbull on Saturday imploring his government to do more to conserve the nation’s reefs and curb fossil fuel consumption.

The letter, signed by past and present presidents of the International Society for Reef Studies on behalf of the 2,000 attendees of the International Coral Reef Symposium held in Honolulu this week, urged the Australian government to prioritise the Great Barrier Reef.

Read The Guardian story - “Great Barrier Reef: scientists ask Malcolm Turnbull to curb fossil fuel use.”