Survey finds ‘coral graveyards’ throughout Florida Keys; bill classifying balloon releases as litter passes House
This survey revealed that some of coral scientists’ worst fears after this summer’s record-breaking heat wave may be true.
Month: February 2024
Can the ‘sand motor’ save West Africa’s eroding coast?
As sea levels rise, engineers are using massive Dutch-inspired sand sculptures to protect shorefront settlements.
South Florida’s nearshore reefs less vulnerable to ocean acidification, study finds
Results offer a glimmer of hope as climate change impacts coral reefs worldwide.
Why should Florida make it easier to kill bears?
HB 87 and SB 632 would allow people to kill unlimited numbers of black bears under the guise of protecting ...
Rooftop solar is on the rise in Florida
Florida is among US leaders in producing solar energy and could easily claim the top spot in solar generation with ...
‘Living shoreline’ credited with protecting Cedar Key from hurricane; bill would allow Florida conservation lands to be sold for agriculture
Nature-based projects built to protect roads, buildings and other structures were relatively undamaged by Hurricane Idalia.
‘I think it’s one of the most important initiatives that we have right now’ — Rep. Lindsay Cross discusses the Florida Wildlife Corridor and climate change
A Q&A with Rep. Lindsay Cross of Florida House District 60, which covers parts of St. Petersburg and eastern Pinellas ...
Legislators are correct in their efforts to outright ban intentional releases of balloons
Balloons are the top cause of death from marine-related debris for seabirds, and they can be mistaken by other animals ...
Nuclear power still part of Florida’s energy future; state has second-most rental units at risk of climate-related threats
Florida is down to two nuclear power plants, but don't count nuclear out in the state or the rest of ...
New report examines climate resilience efforts affecting national security facilities in Florida
The American Security Project’s report details climate resilience efforts in five Florida regions with national security facilities.
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