In storms like Hurricane Helene, flooded industrial sites and toxic chemical releases are a silent and growing threat
Many types of toxic material can affect the long-term health and environmental safety of surrounding communities.
Climate resiliency would save Florida billions
Recent hurricanes, severe storms and flooding have created a massive fiscal burden on the state and its residents.
Florida’s water crisis: Rising seas threaten the Sunshine State’s most precious resourceÂ
As ground zero for climate change impacts, Florida is vulnerable to hurricanes, flooding and sea level rise.
Florida can handle storms — it’s climate change that’s the problem
The politics driving state policies that could help Floridians better cope with the effects of a warming planet need to...
Florida’s complex road to economic, environmental progress
It’s time for Florida to take charge of reimagining a transportation system that is accessible, affordable and equitable.
How the oil and gas industry influences higher education
Oil and gas companies have been investing in universities in the US, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
Environmental justice must be at forefront of addressing climate crisisÂ
From flooded neighborhoods in Haiti to melting glaciers in Antarctica, the impact of global warming knows no boundaries.
Why home insurance rates are rising so fast across the US – climate change plays a big role
Not only are homeowners insurance premiums going up, coverage is shrinking.
I help cities plan for climate change: Here’s how Florida leads on flood resilience
The Resilient Florida program, established in 2021, has funded more than $1 billion in grants to address flood vulnerabilities.
Link between environment and well-being is key to driving change
The air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat all impact community health.
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.
