New data centers would drive up energy costs, climate risks in Florida
Massive data centers threaten to increase electricity bills and the amount of fossil fuels being burned.
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DeSantis has warned about AI data centers. Lawmakers can act — don’t let us down
House Bill 1007 would ban 'hyperscale' data centers on environmentally sensitive lands and set other rules.
AI data centers threaten to devour Florida’s energy, land and water
Palm Beach County is considering a data center that would cover 202 acres, but delayed a vote for more impact ...
Beyond vacations: How visitor spending safeguards our coastline
A tax on hotels and vacation rentals in Palm Beach County funds projects to restore and protect beaches.
FAU study: Drones map loggerhead sea turtle nesting site hotspots
Changing coastal conditions, sea level rise and other impacts threaten these fragile habitats.
Nine-armed sea stars dying in Atlantic waters: UF/IFAS scientists document first case of disease in Florida
The discovery of Sea Star Wasting Disease represents a major expansion of the disease into the Atlantic Ocean.
Florida’s fires are not just natural disasters – they’re climate warnings
Wildfires have scorched more than 57,000 acres of Florida land this year alone.
Crumbling condos, soaring insurance, merciless climate: Florida must act
The time for climate change denial and kneeling before insurance industry lobbyists is over.
New FEMA maps bring Florida’s flood risks to forefront
The new maps mean more Floridians will be required to buy flood insurance.
Waste-to-energy facilities are environmentally responsible, compatible with nearby communities
WTE facilities are stringently regulated under science-based standards demonstrated to protect human health.