Why a Tampa organization says saving oysters is 'critically important' to environment
What do you do with the shells of oysters that people eat in local restaurants?
Manatee mangroves filled with hurricane-related debris
Long after Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck, Western Florida communities still find hurricane-related debris in some odd places.
Hillsborough waterways still need clearing after storms
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused debris to build up on the streets of Hillsborough County, but now the county must turn its attention to waterways.
Sunshine state sees a solar surge, ranking second nationwide
It’s no surprise that Floridians are using their sunshine. The state is now a leader in solar energy, ranking second nationwide for solar power capacity behind Texas.
Florida lawmaker files bill to protect state parks from development months after protests
A Florida lawmaker is initiating a push to protect state parks.
Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean
The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.
Water quality becomes concern for advocates charting new path forward after hurricanes
There are growing concerns over the health of Tampa Bay waters after Hurricanes Helene and Milton hit.
Lakeland's city commission approves 6th and largest solar energy farm
The City of Lakeland will now be home to its sixth and largest solar energy farm yet. City commissioners approved the 450-acre facility Monday morning which will be located near Florida Polytechnic University's campus.
Red tide found in water samples from Southwest Florida to Pinellas County
Red tide has been detected in Southwest Florida and offshore in some areas from south Sarasota County to Pinellas, and researchers are monitoring it.
Researchers say Arkansas may have 19M tons of lithium critical for battery power
Estimated lithium reserves would be more than nine times what's needed to meet projected global lithium demand in 2030 for EV batteries.
Monkey's and malaria: Baby owl used to find malaria vaccine showcased in Tampa
When you own a ranch with multiple species of animals, sometimes nature takes its course, and those animals multiply.
Tampa Bay area's agriculture industry suffers 'catastrophic' damage from recent hurricanes
The Tampa Bay area's agriculture industry is recovering after suffering "catastrophic" damage from back-to-back hurricanes, state and local leaders said Thursday.
Large algae bloom seen off Florida’s Gulf coast one week after Hurricane Milton
Water quality experts are keeping a close eye on the Tampa Bay area's waters after satellite images show a large algae bloom off Florida’s Gulf coast in the days after Hurricane Milton made landfall.
Earth's wildlife populations have declined a staggering 73% in 50 years: report
A staggering loss of world wildlife populations could have “devastating" consequences without immediate action, a new report concludes.
Hurricane Milton threatens to scatter Florida’s toxic phosphate waste
As Hurricane Milton slams into Florida, environmental concerns mount over the state’s phosphate fertilizer industry and its hazardous waste sites, which are now in the storm’s path.
Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes, make drinking water safer
The president announced the new regulation, which replaces a standard set forth by the Trump administration that did not include a universal requirement to replace lead pipes.
These are the greenest cities in the US, study shows
The study compared the 100 largest cities across 28 key "green" indicators to determine which cities engaged in cleaner, more sustainable habits to preserve the planet.
Debby causes up to $263M in farm losses
Hurricane Debby caused up to $263.2 million in estimated losses to crops and farm animals when the Category 1 rainmaker swept through North Florida last month.
Environmental restoration projects underway at G.T. Bray Park in Bradenton
A Manatee County park has been working on upgrades to help water quality and to restore natural habitat.
Scientists determine what caused sawfish to act strange, die
A group of marine scientists may have finally determined what caused dozens of sawfish in Florida waters to exhibit unusual behavior and die off during the last several months.