Biochar: A game changer for Florida’s climate change challenges?
Biochar is a charcoal-like material that sequesters carbon and increases nutrient availability, water retention and crop yields.
Month: October 2023
Florida wants to expand âradioactive roadsâ plan; Canadian wildfire causes ‘unhealthy’ air quality in state
Citing state advice, fertilizer giant Mosaic wants to more than double the size of its plan to test radioactive waste ...
Will adding more sand to Floridaâs beaches save them? Experts share why this isnât enough
Over the last 87 years, Florida has spent at least $1.9 billion on beach nourishment.
Heat and humidity kill. To protect outdoor workers, follow the science
As clinicians, we see the effects of planetary warming and we must help our patients survive and thrive.
Major land acquisition will help protect Florida panther; climate change may blunt winter cooling of El Niño
More than 17,200 acres in Hendry County was purchased by the state, including a spot that has been a roadkill ...
Scientists study likely link between climate and earthquakes
University of Miami marine geoscientists examine whether extreme weather from climate change can impact earthquakes.
âClimate change is the single biggest threat to coral reefsâ â A Q&A on restoring reefs harmed by extreme heat and other climate impacts
Jessica Levy, director of restoration strategy for the Coral Restoration Foundation, discusses efforts to restore Florida's corals.
To combat climate gentrification, Florida must prioritize affordable housing
Climate gentrification exacerbates the existing inequality in Florida housing.
Federal government proposing Everglades to Gulf Conservation Area; archaeologists’ work offers lessons on sea-level rise
The conservation area would use federal dollars to leverage existing projects, including the Florida Wildlife Corridor.
American Climate Corps: Bidenâs new green jobs initiative delivers more promises than details
The inspiration for the American Climate Corps comes from President Franklin D. Rooseveltâs Civilian Conservation Corps.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic Universityâs Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
