Hydrogen by the Hour: Navigating the Nation’s Green Hydrogen Frontier
“Green hydrogen” is a promising buzzword you may have heard on the news, but what is it, and what is it used for?
Florida’s Environment: 11 Stories to Watch for November
To pair with the rest of our educational content in each Earth to Florida newsletter, we bring you monthly updates … Continued
Tell Me About: Burrowing Owls
Who’s that? It’s the Florida burrowing owl!
The burrowing owl, one of the smallest in Florida, lives in open, sandy fields throughout the peninsular region of the state. It stands at around 9 inches tall, has sandy brown feathers, and bright yellow eyes. The burrowing owl is designated as a threatened species by the state of Florida, so there are certain rules to know if you see one in the wild. Be sure not to get too close and risk upsetting the owl or its burrow; if the owl sees you and bobs its head, makes noises, or flies around you, then you’re probably too close!
Action of the Week: Celebrate Manatee Awareness Month
Manatees in Florida are not only a huge draw for ecotourism, but also are important for maintaining the health of the ecosystem.
Tell Me About: Miami Cave Crayfish in Florida
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently proposed to list the Miami cave crayfish as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.
Florida’s Environment: 11 Stories to Watch for October
To pair with the rest of our educational content in each Earth to Florida newsletter, we bring you monthly updates … Continued
Biochar-ting a new path
How biochar sets a course for the future by capturing carbon and helping our soils
Tell Me About: Coral Honeysuckle
October is Florida Native Species Month! To celebrate, we here at TESI are featuring coral honeysuckle, one of Florida’s native plant species.
Action of the Week: Support the UN’s SDGs
While the Sustainable Development Goals are focused on global and nationwide policy, individuals can still make an impact on a smaller level.
Tell Me About: The Air Potato Plant in Florida
Have you ever seen a brown bulb on the ground that looks like a potato? It could be an air potato, an invasive species in Florida.