As heat becomes a national threat, who will be protected?
Extreme heat affects everyone. But in Florida, the hottest state in the country, only one group is legally protected.
Estimated 2.5 million people displaced by tornadoes, wildfires and other disasters in 2023 tell a story of recovery in US and who is vulnerable
People with the fewest resources, as well as those who have disabilities or have been marginalized, were most likely to...
Parking lots put Florida cities at risk for increased heat, flooding
The Parking Reform Network listed Melbourne, Orlando and Fort Myers among the cities with the most downtown parking.
Video: The most-viewed pieces on The Invading Sea over the past year
Nearly 1,000 pieces were published on the site in the first year under FAU Center for Environmental Studies management.
Climate change matters to more and more people – and could be a deciding factor in the 2024 election
If the election were held today, the evidence suggests that most voters would prefer a climate-conscious candidate.
A wish list for Florida legislators: These climate measures deserve support
When Florida engages a green and sustainable non-polluting future, the improvements will be profound.
Video: Climate Tech Minute featuring 1Print
Based in Pompano Beach, 1Print creates artificial reefs and seawalls that integrate habitats for marine life.
We need a farm bill that works for wildlife and future generations
Voluntary programs in the farm bill provide financial and technical assistance to landowners to implement conservation practices.
The greatest crisis ever to face humanity is solvable, if we act now
Aspen Ideas: Climate is convening in Miami Beach this week to bring together changemakers and showcase climate innovations.
How Florida’s home insurance market became so dysfunctional, so fast
As natural disasters become more common, Florida’s litigation-friendly environment and reinsurance costs compound the problem.
Tomorrow’s power grid must do more than keep the lights on
Increasingly severe weather, the ongoing energy transition and growing electricity demand mean we must transform our aging grid
10 years after anti-deforestation pledge, report finds corporate world still not doing enough
Global Canopy released its annual list of companies and financial institutions connected to deforestation-linked commodities.
Group pushes for less pesticide use to save Florida’s endangered species
The Center for Biological Diversity sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, accusing it of failing to protect endangered species.
Climate change and conflict exacerbate global food crisis
The United Nations' World Food Program calls it 'a hunger crisis of unprecedented proportions.'
Video: FAU panel discussion on the Florida Wildlife Corridor
The discussion was hosted by the FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Science for its Frontiers in Science Public Lecture...