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.
UF/IFAS research found that natural turf was consistently cooler than synthetic and water-scarce landscapes.
Red tide can cause respiratory irritation, fish kills and make coastal waters dangerous to swim in.
The Trump administration is talking about dismantling FEMA, pushing more responsibility for disaster response to the states.
Desperate for jobs, three communities embraced a bold electric vehicle promise. Now, they’re left with questions — and no jobs.
Nature-based solutions include repairing and protecting mangroves and wetlands to manage flooding, among others.
Food makes up almost 25% of the waste in our landfills, and when it decomposes, it releases methane.
Key safety tests have gone by the wayside at FPL’s Turkey Point plant, which was given an extension on its ...
Our research at FSU shows that acting now to address sea level rise saves money and protects the community.
Pollution from burning fossil fuels is warming the atmosphere at alarming rates and ratcheting up extreme weather.
With a wealth of experience in attending COP conferences, UF doctoral candidate Rock Aboujaoude plans to return to COP30.
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