UPDATE — Florida’s Environment: What Happened in the 2021 Florida Legislative Session?
Our student-led team has sifted through thousands of bills to find those that pertain to our state’s environment.
New Actions Taken to Protect Green Sea Turtles, Oysters and Endangered Mussels
Green sea turtle habitat gains much-needed protection while scientists work two restore two important shellfish populations: oysters and freshwater mussels.
Florida’s Environment: The Good News for August and September 2020
Looking for some good news about Florida’s environment? Check out this month’s collection of environmental success stories.
The March of Mangroves
Today, climate change and coastal development have altered the mangrove’s traditional geographic span, extending its range farther north and more inland.
32,000 New Acres Purchased for Conservation through Florida Forever Program
The Florida Cabinet recently approved $79 million in Florida Forever funds to conserve nearly 32,000 acres of land in the state.
Florida Green Lodging Program Adds 15 New Participants
The Florida Green Lodging Program is an initiative to recognize and reward environmentally conscious lodging facilities in the state.
Florida’s Environment: The Good News for June 2020
Looking for some good news about Florida’s environment? Check out this month’s collection of environmental success stories.
NASA Satellite Data Show Statewide Air Quality Improvement During Stay-At-Home-Orders
Scientists say further analysis is needed to determine an exact cause. Meanwhile, a Harvard study has linked air pollution to higher coronavirus death rates.
Climate Change, Environmental Politics Threaten the Florida Everglades and the Indigenous People Who Call it Home
Climate change-induced rise in temperatures and sea levels threaten the Florida Everglades and the very existence of the people who call it home.