Heat waves, droughts cause billions of dollars in global economic losses
An increase in extreme heat and severe droughts lops off about 0.2% of a countryâs GDP, a new study found.
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Fewer bees and other pollinating insects lead to shrinking crops
The population of insect pollinators is dropping in the US, due to pesticides, climate change and other factors.
âA matter of life and deathâ â How disaster response endangers US farmworkers
A new report finds that data gaps end up putting vulnerable communities at even more risk.
UF scientists study how to bring you âclimate-smart coffeeâÂ
UF/IFAS researchers are trying to grow coffee in Florida to test it as an alternative crop for the state's farmers.
UF experts warn of potential peril caused by ocean acidificationÂ
So much carbon dioxide has been emitted by human activity that it has decreased the pH of the oceans.
Ron DeSantis canât erase the climate crisis, or the students fighting it
Florida has seen an increase in climate advocacy led by young people in recent months
Scientists lead the charge for equity in flood risk mitigation
Communities nationwide are dealing with flooding issues, whether due to atmospheric rivers, hurricanes or rising sea levels.
Mosquito-borne disease risk is on the move in the Americas, study finds
Climate change is causing the mosquitoâs potential geographic range to expand and shift.
Stony coral tissue loss disease is shifting the ecological balance of Caribbean reefs
Changes in the Caribbean's population of corals threaten marine biodiversity and coastal economies.
Companies ignoring climate risks get punished by markets, new UF study reveals
Companies that proactively manage climate risks such as hurricanes and wildfires fare much better than those ignoring the threats.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic Universityâs Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
