Corals are disappearing, pushing Earth to its first major ‘tipping point’
A new report says Earth has reached a dire milestone with the widespread death of warm-water coral reefs.
Making septic systems cleaner for the environment
By Robert C. Jones Jr., University of Miami News The small toolshed in the backyard of one Palmetto Bay home doesn’t...
Northside Jacksonville community rallies against climate impacts
Ribault River area residents are seeing floodwaters creep closer to their homes as storms intensity and tides rise.
How ancient plankton point to the resilience of ocean ecosystems
The study suggests that ocean warming may not lead to the decline in nutrients and fisheries predicted by earlier models.
University of Miami scientists launch accessible global climate modeling framework
Designed for education, the new framework makes climate dynamics more approachable for students and researchers.
In hurricane-prone Florida, a new state law blocks local policies aimed at reducing the impact of disasters
Local governments and 1000 Friends of Florida have sued over SB 180, which restricts new land development policies.
Florida Atlantic study first to show if nesting heat affects sea turtle hatchling ‘IQ’
While the study found no significant impact on learning ability, the findings revealed other effects.
Natural disasters are a rising burden for the National Guard
New Pentagon data show climate impacts are shaping reservists’ mission, in potential conflict with their use in law enforcement.
King tides are back — and South Florida streets are flooding again
King tides typically occur during the fall in Florida around a new or full moon, causing flooding even on sunny...
Florida Climate Week launches in Jacksonville, focusing on resilience
Events are being held across Florida this week, including coastal cleanups in Tampa and educational seminars in Orlando.