Florida gambling money eyed for environmental projects; report spurs concerns over Keys development
The projects could include land acquisitions for the Florida Wildlife Corridor, envisioned as connecting 18 million acres statewide.
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Florida lawmakers consider grants for protecting homes from flooding; another record amount of sargassum found in Atlantic
The Legislature is considering bills to expand the projects that qualify for grants under the My Safe Florida Home program.
Plastics’ impact on our coastal environment may be more destructive than you think
A report found 90% of loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings found in Florida waters have swallowed plastic already in their early ...
Florida can be a leader in use of clean and renewable energy sources
Compressed natural gas and renewable natural gas are two alternative energy sources that offer environmental sustainability.
Florida cattle ranches critical to preserving environment
Conservation easements preserve wildlife habitat and protect water quality, while maintaining the vitality of the agricultural industry.
Lakeland approves plans for massive solar farm; DeSantis announces $100 million for Indian River Lagoon projects
The nearly 1,400-acre solar power generation facility is planned to be built near Florida Polytechnic University.
To save wildlife, Florida lawmakers could ban the intentional release of balloons
The new proposal, HB 321, is sponsored by Tampa Bay area Republican Linda Chaney in the Florida House.
Florida needs to cool its prisons as part of effort to modernize its penal system
Three-quarters of inmate housing units in Florida don’t have air conditioning, according to the state Department of Corrections secretary.
Florida Senate backs EV fee; Florida Power & Light building fifth solar center in Brevard County
The Senate Transportation Committee backed legislation (SB 28) to require electric-vehicle owners to pay $200 registration fees.
DeSantis recommends more than $200M for coastal resiliency, restoration; Florida House speaker teases new energy policy
The governor's budget also recommends $50 million for beach renourishment following damage from hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
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