Endangered Species Act facing challenges at half-century mark; Florida scientists deploying new technologies to bolster coral reef
The Endangered Species Act is having a midlife crisis of sorts at 50 years old, particularly in Florida.
Tag: greenhouse gas emissions
UN’s ‘global stocktake’ on climate is offering a sober emissions reckoning — but there are also signs of progress
A primary aim of this year’s conference, known as COP28, is to evaluate countries’ progress halfway to 2030 deadlines.
Let’s celebrate this holiday season with a commitment to reducing food waste
Food waste is a significant contributor to climate change, a problem that intensifies during the holidays.
Carbon emissions can be reduced without sacrificing comfort
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.
Every region of the country is taking climate action — here’s how
The National Climate Assessment makes clear we've got a lot of work to do. These cities and states are leading ...
In the Florida Everglades, a greenhouse gas emissions hotspot
Drainage has exposed the fertile soils of the Everglades Agricultural Area, a region responsible for much of the nation’s sugar ...
The science is clear – climate change is causing more damaging hurricanes in Florida
More flooding occurs from hurricanes because storms now move slower, have more threatening storm surges, bring increased rain.
New homes built to withstand storms while cutting emissions; climate change extending allergy season
Companies are developing whole neighborhoods that are both resistant to hurricanes and contribute less to climate change.
‘Heat is something that is dangerous to everyone’ — Climate journalist Jeff Goodell discusses his new book on the risks of rising temperatures
Goodell spoke at the University of Florida about his new book, 'The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death ...
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