How clean is the air we breathe? FIU research finds airborne ‘forever chemicals’ in South Florida
While the levels detected are relatively small, researchers emphasize they’re far from harmless.
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South Florida’s waste is the key to fueling its economy
Cities are capturing methane from landfills and converting it into renewable natural gas that can power heavy-duty vehicles.
King tides are back — and South Florida streets are flooding again
King tides typically occur during the fall in Florida around a new or full moon, causing flooding even on sunny ...
Theorizing Infrastructure: FAU students envision an eco-friendly future for South Florida
The essays were written for a Ph.D. seminar at Florida Atlantic University entitled 'Theorizing Infrastructure.'
Listening to the land: A vision for climate-responsive living in South Florida
This essay for a Ph.D. seminar at FAU, 'Theorizing Infrastructure,' envisions a South Florida eco-community.
Reimagining sustainability: FAU students redesign South Florida’s infrastructure
The projects were for a Ph.D. seminar, 'Theorizing Infrastructure,' in the graduate program in comparative studies.
How AI might become the future of hurricane flood forecasting
FIU coastal engineering expert Navid Tahvildari studies how artificial intelligence can be used to predict floods.
Tracking invasive species
Conservation biologist Chris Searcy is uncovering patterns in the spread of invasive animals and plants in South Florida.
New research method improves extreme weather predictions for South Florida
The research has immediate practical value for infrastructure planning and community protection.
Miami Climate 365 launches countywide initiative
The initiative's signature annual event will be Miami Climate Week, a week-long series of events from March 23–29, 2025.