2023’s extreme storms, heat and wildfires broke records – a scientist explains how global warming fuels climate disasters
Globally, 2023 was the warmest year on record, and it wreaked havoc around the world.
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Thailand tries nature-based solutions to adapt to climate change
As climate change exacerbates floods and droughts in Thailand, sustainable water management is an increasing challenge.
The billion-dollar industry between you and FEMA’s flood insurance
Selling policies directly to consumers could save millions, but FEMA and insurance companies say it’s not quite that straightforward.
The insurance industry stands to gain from supporting Florida’s climate resilience
By helping Florida communities navigate intensifying climate-related risks, the insurance industry could also help itself.
Florida rejects federal funding meant to reduce tailpipe emissions; state considers easing Keys growth limits
The Florida Department of Transportation secretary turned down $320 million, arguing federal officials overstepped their authority.
Solar microgrid community planned in Lakeland; Fort Lauderdale starts flooding fix for 25 neighborhoods
The Lakeland project will include 77 homes with solar panels, linked together to pool energy in a central battery storage ...
Hurricane-weary Floridians ask: What UN climate talks?
Three months after Idalia, many here are more preoccupied with recovery than COP28.
Smart, climate-resilient infrastructure can save lives and taxpayer money
In an era of increasingly erratic climate patterns, infrastructure designed and constructed to withstand these fluctuations is essential.
Heat-related medical calls increase at Disney; absence of Florida red tide puzzles researchers
Paramedics responded to nearly 40 medical calls for overheated Disney guests and took six people to the hospital in August.
Miami resiliency groups launch Green Infrastructure Accelerator Project
EPA-funded initiative seeks community input to support green space design concepts across Miami-Dade.