La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season
This climate phenomenon can contribute to the worst possible combination of climate conditions for fueling hurricanes.
Tag: Global warming
Renewable energy plan hides Jacksonville utility’s continued reliance on fossil fuels
If the plan is implemented as designed, JEA will remain fossil fuel dependent for at least the next 25 years.
Demystifying the complex nature of Arctic clouds
University of Miami scientists are studying how clouds generated by marine cold-air outbreaks might contribute to extreme weather.
Have the world’s coral reefs already crossed a tipping point?
Last month, the world officially entered its fourth — and probably worst — mass coral bleaching event in history.
Can climate change accelerate transmission of malaria? Pioneering research sheds light on impacts of temperature
The results suggest that an anticipated surge in malaria transmission may be less severe than feared, particularly in cooler regions.
Iceland: The land of fire and ice
Climate change could be contributing to increased volcanic activity in Iceland, according to a University of Miami geoscientist.
Climate engineering carries serious national security risks
Countries facing extreme heat may try it anyway, and the world needs to be prepared.
Global coral bleaching caused by global warming demands a global response
We can expect more frequent and severe bleaching events as ocean temperature records continue to be broken.
Climate pollution puts Florida at risk while clean energy strengthens the state
As Florida expands infrastructure that increases climate-related risks, the state's solar potential remains largely untapped.
Blue Frontier’s air-conditioning technology uses global warming as its solution to cut electricity use
The Boca Raton-based startup has developed a way to make air conditioning more sustainable for the environment.