UCF receives $1.5M NSF grant to improve energy efficiency of wireless communications
The award aims to address problems surrounding engineering systems and networks.
Month: November 2023
Bioplastic straws distract from real solutions for reducing wasteÂ
Shifting from one single-use item to another isn't the way to solve the plastic crisis.
Endangered Species Act facing challenges at half-century mark; Florida scientists deploying new technologies to bolster coral reef
The Endangered Species Act is having a midlife crisis of sorts at 50 years old, particularly in Florida.
UNâs âglobal stocktakeâ on climate is offering a sober emissions reckoning â but there are also signs of progress
A primary aim of this yearâs conference, known as COP28, is to evaluate countriesâ progress halfway to 2030 deadlines.
Environmental activists engage public in beach cleanup, arts initiatives
Activists are using art and science to fight against pollution in practical ways.
As climate change warms rivers, they are running out of breath â and so could the plants and animals they harbor
Warming rivers with low oxygen could suffer fish die-offs and degraded water quality.
FIU professor named Jefferson Science Fellow for climate security
FAI Professor Assefa Melesse will work with the Office of the U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate and other agencies.
Recovery from Idalia continues as end of hurricane season nears; Monroe County seeks changes to fund resilience projects
The hurricane season is approaching its Nov. 30 end as one of the most active on record, but few affected ...
Heat crisis in Florida prisons: Lawmakers urged to add air conditioning
The Department of Corrections secretary told a Senate committee 75% of Florida prison housing currently lacks air conditioning.
Letâs celebrate this holiday season with a commitment to reducing food waste
Food waste is a significant contributor to climate change, a problem that intensifies during the holidays.
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