Crossing Acuosa: The story of the waters once called Florida
This essay for a Ph.D. seminar at FAU, 'Theorizing Infrastructure,' imagines a mostly submerged future Florida
Tag: Florida Everglades
Groups seek emergency halt to Everglades detention center construction
The motion argues that the project would cause 'irreparable harm' to the fragile ecosystem.
DeSantis dismisses environmental concerns regarding ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center
Critics warn of danger to the Florida Everglades.
Toxic blooms in motion: Study maps algae patterns in Lake Okeechobee
Improved understanding of bloom behavior could enhance monitoring, forecasting and management of these harmful events.
Video: Nature’s tree islands and man’s vegetated hammocks
As part of the restoration of the Everglades, vegetated hammocks modeled after tree islands are being constructed.
25 years of Everglades restoration has improved drinking water for millions in Florida, but a new risk is rising
As sea level rises, saltwater reaches further inland, both in rivers and underground through porous limestone.
Mounting habitat pressures prompt new conservation program for ailing Florida bird
The Cape Sable seaside sparrow is threatened by water management infrastructure in the Everglades and sea level rise.
A call to find ‘innovative solutions’ for environmental challenges
University of Miami researchers joined resilience leaders to share emerging trends and inspire new ideas.
Restoring the Florida Everglades can still use federal help
Factors like sea level rise, population growth and a warming climate have impacted the restoration project.
FAU panel discusses Everglades restoration challenges and climate impacts
The discussion was moderated by Jenny Staletovich of public radio station WLRN, who hosts the Bright Lit Place podcast.