Why is the state of Florida fighting its mandate to protect manatees?
State officials believe they don’t have to follow the federal Endangered Species Act when it comes to protecting manatees.
Year: 2025
Big insurance companies are fleecing disaster survivors — and the rest of us
Large insurance companies are also large institutional investors, investing their profits in the fossil fuel industry.
Scorching temps raise questions about artificial turf in humid states like Florida
UF/IFAS research found that natural turf was consistently cooler than synthetic and water-scarce landscapes.
Protecting Tampa Bay means fighting red tide
Red tide can cause respiratory irritation, fish kills and make coastal waters dangerous to swim in.
History shows why FEMA is essential in disasters, and how losing independent agency status hurt its ability to function
The Trump administration is talking about dismantling FEMA, pushing more responsibility for disaster response to the states.
A startup promised 45,000 EV jobs to struggling towns. They’re still waiting
Desperate for jobs, three communities embraced a bold electric vehicle promise. Now, they’re left with questions — and no jobs.
Nature-based solutions are essential to advancing climate resilience
Nature-based solutions include repairing and protecting mangroves and wetlands to manage flooding, among others.
Reducing food waste helps the climate
Food makes up almost 25% of the waste in our landfills, and when it decomposes, it releases methane.
Safety deferred: Florida Power & Light has delayed core enclosure tests at nuclear plant for nearly 20 years
Key safety tests have gone by the wayside at FPL’s Turkey Point plant, which was given an extension on its ...
Rising waters: a practical look at Miami’s future
Our research at FSU shows that acting now to address sea level rise saves money and protects the community.