Climate migration hits home in South Florida
The thought of losing Miami to the sea and the cost of forced migration is anathema to all concerned residents.
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Panama delays promised relocation of island community impacted by rising sea levels
The tiny Caribbean island of Gardi Sugdub is experiencing sea-level rise due to climate change.
Climate conversations on point in Miami Beach
University leaders and researchers provided insight and shed light on solutions proposed at the Aspen Ideas: Climate conference.
Heat protections for workers face uphill battle in Florida; mine near Okefenokee Swamp nears approval
Heat protections are expected to stall, while another bill would ban municipalities from passing their own protections.
Coastal populations set to age sharply in the face of climate migration, FSU researcher finds
The study found that by 2100, median age in coastal communities could spike as much as 10 years.
Florida, we need to talk about sea rise and property values
Frequently flooded locations could see resident flight as early as 2028 in Miami-Dade County.
DeSantis trying to reclaim federal energy rebate funding; study shows how sea-level rise could reshape South Florida
The governor’s budget would earmark $1.73 million in federal funds for the state to administer Home Energy Rebate Programs.
Scientists looking to use new technologies to strengthen corals; Ocala is top city for climate migration
As coral bleaching events become more common, scientists are working to understand which corals survive and why.
Working across party lines to solve the climate refugee crisis
The Institute for Economics and Peace estimates that by 2050, the world could witness an astounding 1.2 billion climate refugees.
“The Legislature is still very shy about the words ‘climate change'” – A Florida lawmaker discusses the importance of climate advocacy and policy
A Q&A with Florida state Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando.