Will COP28 prove to be a watershed moment or a washout?
The UN climate conference has designated conserving and restoring freshwater ecosystems a top priority.
Month: December 2023
More states are banning plastic bags. Florida is not among them
Plastic pollution has been linked to a variety of negative issues, including infertility and cancer in humans.
The insurance industry stands to gain from supporting Florida’s climate resilienceÂ
By helping Florida communities navigate intensifying climate-related risks, the insurance industry could also help itself.
Florida rejects federal funding meant to reduce tailpipe emissions; state considers easing Keys growth limits
The Florida Department of Transportation secretary turned down $320 million, arguing federal officials overstepped their authority.
Why tenants struggle more in the wake of hurricanes
Researchers found that after a hurricane, the number of rental units usually decreases, which leads to higher rent prices.
Empowering tomorrow: Museum of Discovery and Science’s Hub for Resilience Education paves the way for climate action in South FloridaÂ
Through the Hub, MODS is committed to presenting cutting-edge scientific concepts linked to coastal resilience and climate change.
Solar microgrid community planned in Lakeland; Fort Lauderdale starts flooding fix for 25 neighborhoods
The Lakeland project will include 77 homes with solar panels, linked together to pool energy in a central battery storage ...
Miami Wilds is a threat to Zoo Miami’s conservation effortsÂ
Miami Wilds is a water park planned next to the zoo on critical habitats for endangered species, such as the Florida ...
Florida State University scientists describe and name new species of coral in French Polynesia
Findings like this are important because they fundamentally change how we study and conserve biodiversity.
A 2023 hurricane season success story: Cedar Key’s living shorelines bolster resilient community
Living shorelines use natural solutions – installed plants and habitat structures – to strengthen beaches against erosion.
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 University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
