What is a downburst? These winds can be as destructive as tornadoes − we recreate them to test building designs
The downbursts are created using a hurricane simulator known as the Wall of Wind at Florida International University.
Climate change could be helping livestock-killing pest spread north
The screwworm fly is spreading as the USDA skirts the role of climate change in escalating the threat.
Why Congress can’t pull the plug on Florida’s clean energy progress
Rolling back federal tax credits means Florida ratepayers will pay electricity prices nearly 10% higher in the years ahead.
Ocklawaha River restoration hangs in balance as Florida budget stalls
A Senate-approved proposal would restore the Ocklawaha River by dismantling the dam on the Rodman Reservoir.
Congrats or condolences? An email to my friend Wendy about making the list of 2025 hurricane names
With NOAA forecasting an above-average Atlantic hurricane season, we might just get a storm named 'Wendy.'
Enough is enough: Reject further rate hikes from Florida utilities
Florida's Public Service Commission is holding hearings on FPL’s nearly $10 billion rate hike request, the largest in US history.
Even as emissions level off, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is growing faster than ever. Here’s why
We’re pumping massive amounts of CO₂ into our atmosphere and natural carbon sinks are struggling to keep up.
Climate change is fueling a new kind of housing crisis in Florida
Florida is an example of where housing insecurity meets climate instability.
Helping solve climate change by how we shop
The global fashion industry is responsible for roughly 10% of carbon emissions.
Ecological disruptions are a risk to national security
Ecological disruptions can cause social and political instability, economic strife and strained international relations.
After disasters, AmeriCorps was everywhere. What happens when it’s gone?
Elon Musk's DOGE has gutted the 30-year-old national service agency.
One big, beautiful, climate-killing bill
The massive tax bill passed by House Republicans would gut clean energy tax credits for individuals and businesses.
NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching
Sea surface temperatures are running warmer than the 30-year average, but not quite at record-breaking levels.
New framework redefines how we understand and manage chronic heat
University of Miami researchers laid out ways to integrate chronic heat into conversations on climate adaptation and public health.
Artificial intelligence can help conserve and restore Miami’s mangroves
Miami has the opportunity to embrace new technology to maintain a stable coastline