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Action of the Week: Clean Up Local Rivers

Mar 22, 2024

Florida is home to over 1,700 rivers! They all provide unique habitats and support a range of different ecosystems. Not … Continue

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Action of the Month: Stay Informed with the Florida State Legislature’s Online Tracking Tools

Feb 21, 2021

Both the Florida House of Representatives and Florida Senate have online tools that can make it easier for you to stay informed.

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Action of the Month: 5 Earth-Friendly Online Shopping Platforms for the Holidays

Dec 14, 2020

Check out our list of five online holiday shopping platforms that offer interesting gifts and have a focus on sustainability.

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Action of the Month: Learn About the Insects in Your Backyard with iNaturalist!

Nov 9, 2020

By helping showcase the amazing insects in our state, you are helping to #ProtectTheInsects!

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Action of the Month: Explore Marine-Safe Sun Protection

Jul 9, 2020

TESI coordinator and educator Sadie Mills chronicles her quest to find the best ocean-friendly sun protection in this month’s Action of the Month.

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Action of the Month: Prepping for a Hurricane

Jun 22, 2020

Preparing for dangerous weather is an important part of building community resilience and promoting a speedy recovery once a storm has passed.

Spring Magnolia

Action of the Month: Catch up with Climate Change in Florida

May 21, 2020

Follow along with TESI coordinator Sadie Mills as she debriefs us on recent warming trends and gives tips on how we can keep tabs on climate change in Florida.

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5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in 20 Minutes or Less

Apr 9, 2020

For most Earth Day enthusiasts, the 50th anniversary celebration will look completely different than in years past.

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TESI’s New Year’s Resolutions for a Sustainable Florida

Dec 18, 2019

Need ideas for New Year’s resolutions? Consider committing to at least one sustainability-focused resolution for 2020.

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Action of the Month: Get Outside!

Nov 26, 2019

This Black Friday, #OptOutside and experience the benefits of nature.

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