Great Barrier Reef: scientists ask Malcolm Turnbull to curb fossil fuel use

International Society for Reef Studies presidents say prime minister should prioritise reef after 'devastating' damage

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.