Florida’s misstep on energy policy risks taxpayer savings and EV advancementsÂ
SB 1624 and HB 1645 would establish cumbersome barriers for adding fuel-saving electric vehicles to our state fleets.
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Far-reaching energy bill would have disastrous implications for Florida
HB 1645/SB 1624 is an omnibus, which is a large bill composed of smaller bills on related topics including natural ...
Most retention ponds emit more greenhouse gases than they store, study finds; tire wear on EVs surprises Florida drivers
There are at least 76,000 stormwater retention ponds throughout Florida, encompassing nearly 250 square miles in combined size.
Preemption bills place chokehold on local governments in Florida
Bills being considered by the Legislature include preemptions of local heat protections and regulation of EV charging stations.
DeSantis’ change of heart gives Floridians a path to lower energy bills
Energy efficiency measures are the most cost-effective solution to lower total utility costs.
Florida’s rise in renewable energy: The Sunshine State has taken a major leap but can do more
Florida was among the top states in solar generation and EVs but is only scratching the surface of its renewable ...
Florida Senate backs EV fee; Florida Power & Light building fifth solar center in Brevard County
The Senate Transportation Committee backed legislation (SB 28) to require electric-vehicle owners to pay $200 registration fees.
Lifestyle changes needed to truly cut carbon emissionsÂ
Changes that cut emissions could include avoiding cruises, which burn about 560,000 gallons of fuel per day.
Carbon emissions can be reduced without sacrificing comfortÂ
When I switched from fossil-fuel energy to solar power for electrifying my home, my lifestyle did not change
Electric-truck experts push EPA to adopt emissions limits
The EPA is expected to finalize new greenhouse-gas emissions rules for medium- and heavy-duty trucks by early next year.
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.
