FEMA grant cancellations spark Florida outcry as hurricane season looms
By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection The Federal Emergency Management Agency has abruptly ended a key disaster-preparedness program, sparking concerns ...
Tag: nature-based solutions
Coastal guardians pioneer method to protect Florida Keys’ shorelines
A new tool identifies the most effective shoreline stabilization methods to protect the Keys from climate hazards.
Florida must be better prepared for climate-driven disasters
Early warning systems, resilient infrastructure and nature-based solutions are cost effective in reducing economic losses.
Hundreds of youth climate change activists come to Tallahassee to rally and meet with lawmakers
Participants focused on environmental bills before the Florida Legislature that they both supported and opposed.
Young people advocating for environmental protections at Florida Capitol
More than 300 students are travelling to Tallahassee as the Legislature’s 60-day session gets underway.
Engaged residents and natural solutions make coastal communities more resilient, FAU experts say
A panel discussion on 'Future-Proofing Our Coasts' was held at FAU as part of the Frontiers in Science lecture series
Florida lawmakers considering bills to protect state parks and improve resiliency in upcoming session
The resiliency bills would develop rules for nature-based solutions and a tax-credit program for green buildings.
Nature-based solutions help address Florida’s climate challenges
Nature-based solutions include salt marshes and beach dunes, while hybrid solutions also include engineered options.
How Florida built resilience this hurricane season and what can be done to prepare for future storms
Florida leaders have made great progress this year to better protect residents, but there is still a lot of work ...
Coastal cities have a hidden vulnerability to storm surge and tidal flooding − entirely caused by humans
Dredging projects have more than doubled the depths of shipping channels, which can lead to larger high tides and storm ...
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