Hurricane forecasts have improved and saved lives, but cuts threaten to stretch NOAA to breaking point
Vulnerability to hurricanes has increased with coastal populations expanding and storms becoming stronger.
No fireworks for Fourth of July in Florida?
Without significant rain to end drought conditions in the next few weeks, alternatives to fireworks could be in order.
Slowing boat speeds will help save North Atlantic right whales
NOAA is considering the deregulation of rules that protect endangered right whales from deadly ship strikes.
Private nuclear can solve data center energy crunch
Massive energy users could generate their own electricity without forcing ratepayers to absorb the risk.
Gov. DeSantis ensured data centers, not Florida families, pay for growth
A new law directs the Florida Public Service Commission to ensure large power users bear their own cost of service.
Iran war shows renewable energy is now a national security imperative
While the US depends on global oil markets, China is dominating renewable energy supply chains.
Environmental and cultural awareness at White Sulfur Springs
Groundwater pumping is contributing to the demise of a culturally significant spring and the Suwannee River.
Community leaders in Florida say Trump’s FEMA pullback leaves them struggling to fill the void
The president's FEMA Review Council sees a reduced emergency management role for the federal government.
Data centers don’t have to be a burden on local communities
Data centers can support communities by generating power and repurposing waste heat.
Florida needs fish and wildlife commissioners with strong conservation backgrounds
Our next governor must appoint commissioners from the natural sciences and conservation management fields.