Turtles Take A Hit With Dorian
Hurricane season impacted the green sea turtle population as the effects of Dorian were felt along Florida’s Atlantic coast.
Cities Address Costs Of A Changing Climate
As cities feel the cost of flooding, they are taking measures to address stormwater issues and how to pay for them.
Action of the Month: Repair Something Broken
This month, we challenge you to repair broken items, give them new life and keep them out of the trash bin.
UCF Researchers to Study Community Resilience to Rapid Urbanization, Natural Disasters
The researchers want to know whether a suite of community-scale food, water and energy sectors can be effective in terms of resilience and sustainability.
Biology Students Create Traps as Part of Community Science Project
As an added surprise while placing the traps around the campus, Hailey Dansby was able to share her find with the group: a praying mantis!
Florida’s Poop Problem: How Do We Manage Our Waste?
Over the last decade, roughly 1.6 million gallons of wastewater have been released into our state’s waterways.
Action of the Month: Explore U.S. electricity emissions with the EPA’s Power Profiler tool
This month, Sadie Mills learned more about the sources of energy emissions in the U.S., as well as more locally here in Florida.
Scientist in Every Florida School Coordinator Named State Finalist for Presidential Teaching Award
The award recognizes the outstanding contributions of math and science teachers across the nation.
TESI’s Tips and Tricks for Planet-Friendly Hurricane Prep
How can you minimize waste while making sure you are ready for a hurricane? Follow these tips and tricks as you prep for Dorian.
Action of the Month: Try your Hand at Home Composting
Imperfect composting is OK and you don’t need any fancy equipment to get started.