New fee on Florida EV drivers proposed; Leon County commissioners declare ‘climate emergency’
SB 28 seeks to impose a yearly registration fee of $200 on electric vehicles, in addition to regular registration fees.
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Sea-level rise worsened storm surge from Hurricane Idalia; storm magnifies concerns about Florida’s insurance market
An overall rise of about nine inches in sea level could have made the difference between flooding and staying dry ...
EVs causing decline in Florida’s gas tax revenue; energy use surging due to extreme heat
Gasoline taxes play a key role in funding transportation projects in Florida.
After four years, will young voters rally behind Biden’s climate agenda once more?
President Biden will need to convince young voters that he has accomplished enough in climate policy to deserve a second ...
CDC study: Algae blooms killing animals; EV test center opening in Jacksonville
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new study, 92% of animals that got ill from toxic algae ...
Right-to-charge laws bring the promise of EVs to apartments, condos and rentals
Right-to-charge laws aim to streamline home charging access as new buildings go up.
Proposed speed limit to protect Rice’s whales debated; DeSantis vetoes electric vehicle bill
The proposal would create a speed limit for ships travelling through Rice’s whale habitat from Pensacola to just south of ...
To reach net-zero emissions, American homes need an electric makeover
A new report says U.S. households need to buy 14 million extra heat pumps, induction stoves and other electric alternatives ...
Millions set aside for emissions reduction plans in Florida; Sarasota County reports malaria cases
One Florida Department of Transportation rest area project includes plans for electronic vehicle charging for both passenger vehicles and trucks.
Legislation would save taxpayers, hasten transition to electric vehicles
Some estimates say taxpayers could save up to $277 million over 15 years if every state-owned light-duty vehicle made the ...
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