We burn energy to make fuel — and then burn that too?
Fossil fuel companies do not want you to think about the energy consumption needed to make a gallon of gas.
Tag: energy use
Phew, Florida summers are sizzling — and UF/IFAS research shows more scorching days likely in the next 25 years
By 2050, parts of Florida may see 70 days annually with temperatures of 91 degrees or warmer.
Exploring the environmental impact of our online activity
Digitization has led to increased energy consumption, particularly in data storage centers.
UF/IFAS researchers address issues facing indoor farms
Indoors operations use far less land than conventional farms, but have high electricity use relative to traditional farming.
Understand climate change’s impact on Florida and take action
Our own individual actions will make a difference but more is needed from large generators of greenhouse gases.
EVs causing decline in Florida’s gas tax revenue; energy use surging due to extreme heat
Gasoline taxes play a key role in funding transportation projects in Florida.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
