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Hurricane Irma

New Study Sheds Light on Hurricane Formation, May Improve Future Forecasts

Nov 2, 2020

The team found that the deep clouds within storms create their own localized greenhouse effect.

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Celebrate Creepy Crawlers this Halloween and Pledge to Protect the Insects

Oct 30, 2020

This year, embrace the creepy in creepy crawlers by focusing your Halloween festivities on insects!

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Insect Influencers: White-Lined Sphinx Moth (Video)

Oct 22, 2020
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UPDATE — Florida’s Environment: What Happened in the 2021 Florida Legislative Session?

Oct 22, 2020

Our student-led team has sifted through thousands of bills to find those that pertain to our state’s environment.

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What You Can Do to Stop the Insect Apocalypse

Oct 5, 2020

Insects are disappearing worldwide at an alarming rate — both in number and diversity. Here’s what you can do to help.

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Biscayne Bay Fish Kill Symptom of Chronic Nutrient Pollution Signifying a ‘Regime Shift’

Oct 2, 2020

Pollution has been plaguing Florida waterways for years. Fecal bacteria and excess nutrients can be found in water bodies across the state.

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Will Miami Be Protected from Storm Surge? New Army Corps Study Proposes Solutions

Jul 17, 2020

A new $4.6 billion plan addresses storm surge in Miami-Dade County.

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SLITHER Act Takes Aim on Everglades’ Invasive Species

Jun 19, 2020

The new bill was introduced to the U.S. Senate to identify and control invasive species in the Everglades. 

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Everglades Restoration Efforts Continue Amid COVID-19

May 18, 2020

Flood control measures, introduced species and increased development have dubbed the Everglades as the most threatened park in the U.S.

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Florida’s Environment: The Good News for April 2020

Apr 17, 2020

Looking for some good news about Florida’s environment? Check out this month’s collection of environmental success stories.

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