Drought turns southeastern US into ‘tinderbox’ as wildfires rage
Weather extremes fuel wildfires that have burned through tens of thousands of acres across Florida and other states.
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Why the Southeast is burning – extreme drought is only part of the reason
As global temperatures rise, the frequency of drought conditions in the Southeast will increase.
If Florida wants data centers, we need a smarter water plan
Florida needs to move beyond outdated models that rely on treated drinking water for industrial cooling.
EV factory plans still alive in Georgia, backers insist, but big hurdles remain
A Florida businessman said a plant in Fort Valley, Ga., is moving ahead, but factories in Oklahoma and Arkansas appear ...
Tracking sea turtles is a long, slow process that just might keep them alive
Even without the uncertainties of climate change, sea turtle hatchlings face long odds to survive.
A startup promised 45,000 EV jobs to struggling towns. They’re still waiting
Desperate for jobs, three communities embraced a bold electric vehicle promise. Now, they’re left with questions — and no jobs.
Conservationists push to ‘finish the job’ of protecting Okefenokee from mining
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is the headwaters of the Suwannee and St. Marys rivers.
Land deal stops mining project near Okefenokee Swamp, though advocates brace for future threats
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is the headwaters of the Suwannee and St. Marys rivers.
Rings of time: Unearthing climate secrets from ancient trees
Dramatic shifts in climate can have long-lasting effects on even the toughest, most iconic trees.
Heat protections for workers face uphill battle in Florida; mine near Okefenokee Swamp nears approval
Heat protections are expected to stall, while another bill would ban municipalities from passing their own protections.