5 surprising facts about renewable energy growth in Florida
Florida produces over 49 times as much solar energy as it did a decade ago.
Month: October 2024
Misinformation about climate change harms those most in need
The politicization of climate change exacerbates the divide between scientific consensus and public opinion.
Wildfires don’t just burn farmland − they can contaminate the water farmers use to irrigate crops and support livestock
With the US averaging over 60,000 wildfires each year, they have clearly become a whole-of-society problem.
Ancient viral genomes preserved in glaciers reveal the history of Earth’s climate – and how viruses adapt to climate change
One key finding was that viral communities varied significantly between cold and warm climatic periods.
Debunking the horror: To oceans, sharks are vital, not villains
The shark's frightening reputation has contributed to a lack of focus on their preservation, leading some species toward extinction.
FSU research improves hurricane intensity forecasting
The research incorporating is the effects of sea spray into models that predict hurricane behavior.
Climate can’t be ignored this election
The climate crisis is escalating, creeping into every corner of the map and shattering the myth of 'climate havens.'
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 ...
When hurricane evacuation isn’t an option
This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist's weekly newsletter here. By Ayurella Horn-Muller, Grist Joe Vargas ...
FireFest celebrates cycle of renewal at Jonathan Dickinson State Park
The importance of controlled burns is celebrated during FireFest at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Hobe Sound.
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 University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
