Oil company challenges rejection of drilling near Everglades; children face dangers in heat
Trend Exploration launched an appeal after the Florida DEP rejected a proposal for an exploratory oil well in Collier County.
Tag: extreme heat
With climate change no longer easy to dismiss, Florida has opportunity to do things differently
The warming planet and marine waters are bringing the topic of climate change and solutions to the forefront of conversations.
Energy companies behind bills filed in Florida Legislature; state split between drought and heavy rain
The fossil fuel industry was a big player in Florida's recent legislative session.
Ocean heat wave has scientists worried about cascading disasters; state approves Weeki Wachee protections
Ocean temperatures have soared five degrees above normal since early July.
Video: What is a harmful algal bloom?
This video developed by the Center for Environmental Studies at FAU explores why these blooms are a growing problem and ...
Refusing federal money for energy-efficiency programs hurts Floridians
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently vetoed $377 million from the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Miami-Dade Commission introduces workplace heat protections; study finds rising saltwater threatens marine ecosystems
The Miami-Dade County Commission introduced a bill to create protections for people in construction and agriculture trades in the county.
This heat is deadly. Miami-Dade agricultural workers deserve water, shade, rest
The ¡Que Calor! campaign aims to protect agricultural workers against extreme heat and prevent more deaths in South Florida.
Extreme heat poses challenge for Ian survivors; app shows whether South Florida waterways are safe
Florida’s record-breaking heat demonstrates how compound climate events hurt the most vulnerable people.
Know how to deal with this scorching summer
The earth is getting hotter, and climate experts predict that it will continue to do so.