Nature conservation works, and we’re getting better at it – new study
Conservation actions improved the state of biodiversity or slowed its decline in the majority of cases (66%) compared with no ...
Tag: barrier islands
Barrier islands are first line of protection for Gulf Coast communities
Barrier islands and their intact dunes are our natural fortresses
Lawmakers threaten environmental oversight and citizens’ rights
SB 738 and HB 789 would require those who fail in legal challenges to environmental permits to pay the winning ...
Will adding more sand to Florida’s beaches save them? Experts share why this isn’t enough
Over the last 87 years, Florida has spent at least $1.9 billion on beach nourishment.
Duke Energy Florida reaches solar milestone; DeSantis signs pro-growth law
Duke Energy Florida surpassed one gigawatt of renewable energy, enough to power around 350,000 households.
Climate policy can help Florida’s insurance policiesÂ
As Americans flock to the coasts, we concentrate insurance risk in areas vulnerable to sea-level rise, flooding and super storms.
We must rethink how we build on barrier islandsÂ
Governing bodies of vulnerable coastal areas should carefully consider the unique risks of rising seas on barrier islands.
Nature is coming for Florida’s barrier islands. Should we give some over?
Rewilding barrier islands can make Florida’s mainland more resilient to sea rise, other threats from climate change.
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.
