Trump wants to eliminate a grant program because it funds ‘equity-building and green energy initiatives’
Recipients of the Community Services Block Grant say the potential elimination could hit rural communities especially hard.
Year: 2025
An ‘America First’ approach to energy: Solar program was economic lifeline for working families
The Solar for All program projected $350 million in annual electricity savings for low-income households.
Gutting FEMA will spell disaster for Florida
Florida, the nation’s most disaster-vulnerable state, has relied on billions of dollars of storm-recovery aid from FEMA.
New AI tool tracks early signs of hurricane formation
A system developed by the University of Miami is giving forecasters a way to distinguish between key tropical weather patterns.
Urban trees vs. cool roofs: What’s the best way for cities to beat the heat?
As climate change drives more frequent and intense urban heat, cities have powerful tools for lowering the temperature.
USF experts lead on sargassum research, monitoring and prediction
When the yellow-brown seaweed washes ashore, the decaying biomass harms people, marine life and economies.
Hurricane Katrina: 3 painful lessons for emergency management are increasingly important 20 years later
Lessons from Katrina stand out today as the Trump administration talks about dismantling FEMA.
Humans are killing helpful insects in hundreds of ways − simple steps can reduce the harm
Intensive agriculture, climate change and pollution are among the causes of insect decline.
‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ clawback hits Florida trail project
The funds were slated for trail design for Jacksonville's Emerald Trail, neighborhood revitalization and community engagement
A deceptive bill could strip Floridians of a sustainable future
SB 180 blocks regulations 'more restrictive or burdensome' than existing laws for two years after a storm.