FEMA is unprepared for the next Hurricane Katrina, disaster experts warn
Cuts, chaos and climate change are converging to leave Americans more vulnerable than they were in 2005.
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Solar energy should be beyond politics
It’s time to move past partisanship and recognize the universal benefits of clean energy.
Climate change vs. immigration: assessing threats and getting priorities straight
By Joseph Bonasia Months after historic wildfires engulfed parts of the city, the National Guard and Marines are in Los ...
Water cooperation is essential when countries share lakes and rivers – yet it’s been deteriorating in many places, with serious consequences
As climate change shrinks freshwater resources, countries will increasingly need multilateral cooperation to avoid conflict.
Support for renewables shrinks as fossil fuel interest grows
Observers blame ‘culture wars’ while Republican consultant says messaging must emphasize economic benefits.
Florida manatees hurt by Trump’s attacks on federal employees
The government must adequately staff the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge to stop harm to manatees.
Industry group says Trump tax bill could kill nearly 22,000 solar jobs in Florida
The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act's removal of solar tax credits would also hurt efforts on climate change.
Trump administration faces legal action over federal cuts’ impact on manatees
An environmental group filed a notice of intent to sue over staffing at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
Florida’s senators must defend against political storms by backing emergency funding
There’s still a chance for US Sens. Ashley Moody and Rick Scott to defend Florida’s chances of surviving brutal storms.
Hurricane season is here, but FEMA’s policy change could leave low-income areas less protected
The Trump administration’s new FEMA policy guide drops mentions of equity, income, social vulnerability and climate change.