Florida climatologist, other experts highlight weather extremes of 2023 – and the consequences of climate change to come
State Climatologist David Zierden and other experts spoke at the 9th Annual Climate Communications Summit at UF.
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FAMU-FSU researcher will map vulnerable critical infrastructure in western Florida
The study will also update estimates of rainfall intensity, duration and frequency under climate change.
‘Our state has taken the bull by the horns’ – Resiliency Florida’s director speaks on efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change
A Q&A with David Rathke, executive director of Resiliency Florida.
Seeking higher ground: Florida’s resiliency community on front lines of climate change
Florida’s resilience officers really are the unsung heroes helping us adapt to the challenges of a changing climate.
Gov. DeSantis announces $300M for resilience projects; report finds unsafe fecal bacteria levels on Florida beaches
The money funds 71 new projects and three previously awarded projects to help prepare communities for flooding and storm surge.
Energy, resilience and EVs: Where is Florida headed?
Florida took some important steps in the right direction during the 2023 legislative session.
How Florida lawmakers are building a more resilient future
SB 178 would provide school districts with greater spending flexibility to make upgrades that ensure emergency shelters can maintain power ...
Legislation expanding sea-level rise grants moving in Florida Senate; new community requires rooftop solar
A Senate committee passed legislation that would open up funding for studies and grants on sea-level rise.
Climate change creating growing real estate bubble; sea-level rise bill heads to House floor
Florida is the state with the highest amount of overvalued property.
Bills on saltwater intrusion deserve greater focus
As sea levels rise, saltwater places pressure on the aquifer, infiltrating our freshwater supply.
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