Shrinking shellfish? Risks of acidic water in the Indian River Lagoon
Coastal acidification threatens the ability of shell-building marine organisms to grow and thrive.
New AI model can assist with early warning for coral bleaching risk
A team of atmospheric, coral and data scientists built a six-week heat-stress prediction system for Florida reefs.
A massive climate resilience program is escaping Florida’s DOGE purge
Gov. Ron DeSantis is slashing spending, but the Sunshine State can’t afford to abandon its climate adaptation fund.
Florida House committee moves proposal that could add more nuclear power to state’s energy resources
Under HB 1461, the Public Service Commission would gain power to regulate advanced nuclear reactors.
Trump administration to finalize protections for 11 South Florida plants and animals
The Fish and Wildlife Service settled litigation over the species, but the wood stork will lose its endangered listing.
From floodwaters to the global stage: FIU grad student was Pakistan’s voice at COP30
In November, Sidra Riaz served as a delegate to the United Nations Climate Change Conference.
Local Florida governments would be banned from enacting climate change policies under new proposal
HB 1217 says that it is state policy to prohibit government entities from adopting 'net-zero' measures.
New Florida Panhandle forest deal to aid Apalachicola Bay
Sustainable timber management will continue in Lake Wimico Forest under a conservation easement.
Abalobi shows how technology can power sustainable fishing
Small-scall fishers can use the company’s mobile app to document their catch and connect with buyers.
Coral reef protection could save Floridians millions in flood costs, study finds
Coral reefs serve as a natural barrier, helping shield coastal communities from storms and flooding.