Living shorelines and seawalls provide nature-based solutions to stabilize Florida’s coastsÂ
In many locations, living shorelines are used to replace failing seawall structures, which results in improved ecosystem functions.
Tag: flooding
Florida lawmakers consider grants for protecting homes from flooding; another record amount of sargassum found in Atlantic
The Legislature is considering bills to expand the projects that qualify for grants under the My Safe Florida Home program.
Miami-Dade seeking new ways to deal with sargassum seaweed; study finds most East Coast counties are sinking
Turning sargassum into plant food is one of six proposals that Miami-Dade County is considering.
Florida, we need to talk about sea rise and property values
Frequently flooded locations could see resident flight as early as 2028 in Miami-Dade County.
2023’s extreme storms, heat and wildfires broke records – a scientist explains how global warming fuels climate disasters
Globally, 2023 was the warmest year on record, and it wreaked havoc around the world.
Thailand tries nature-based solutions to adapt to climate change
As climate change exacerbates floods and droughts in Thailand, sustainable water management is an increasing challenge.
The billion-dollar industry between you and FEMA’s flood insurance
Selling policies directly to consumers could save millions, but FEMA and insurance companies say it’s not quite that straightforward.
The insurance industry stands to gain from supporting Florida’s climate resilienceÂ
By helping Florida communities navigate intensifying climate-related risks, the insurance industry could also help itself.
Florida rejects federal funding meant to reduce tailpipe emissions; state considers easing Keys growth limits
The Florida Department of Transportation secretary turned down $320 million, arguing federal officials overstepped their authority.
Solar microgrid community planned in Lakeland; Fort Lauderdale starts flooding fix for 25 neighborhoods
The Lakeland project will include 77 homes with solar panels, linked together to pool energy in a central battery storage ...
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