Florida’s complex road to economic, environmental progress
It’s time for Florida to take charge of reimagining a transportation system that is accessible, affordable and equitable.
Tag: public transit
Florida ranchers push for conservation easements as climate solution; groups protest state’s rejection of federal money meant to cut emissions
Conservation easements pay ranchers what their land would be worth to developers, in exchange for keeping it as green space.
Expansion of high-speed trains would benefit Florida’s environment
As of October 2022, Florida had the third highest transportation-related carbon dioxide emissions.
Low-cost, high-quality public transportation will serve the public better than free rides
History shows what works best to rebuild public transit networks, and free transit isn’t high on the list.
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