How to properly dispose of hazardous waste in Hillsborough County in honor of Earth Day
Earth day isn't for a few more days, but the mission to maintain our home planet happens year-round.
Earth day isn't for a few more days, but the mission to maintain our home planet happens year-round.
Hillsborough commissioners approve ‘carbon capture’ pilot program, stirring debate
Hillsborough County Commissioners approved a project that would reduce carbon dioxide emissions. If they move forward with the project, it could cost as much as $25 million, but for now this project will only test carbon capturing in Hillsborough County.
Hillsborough County Commissioners approved a project that would reduce carbon dioxide emissions. If they move forward with the project, it could cost as much as $25 million, but for now this project will only test carbon capturing in Hillsborough County.
Research station sets out to study, preserve Florida’s natural ecosystems
The University of Florida’s Nature Coast Biological Station on Cedar Key is committed to protecting Florida’s natural resources and the livelihoods of those who depend on it.
The University of Florida’s Nature Coast Biological Station on Cedar Key is committed to protecting Florida’s natural resources and the livelihoods of those who depend on it.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Which states are the greenest? Report ranks most eco-friendly places in US
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
Mote rescues sawfish, scientists working to determine cause of sickness
An 11-foot long smalltooth sawfish has had quite the journey.
An 11-foot long smalltooth sawfish has had quite the journey.
Bay Area utilities respond to Biden Administration crackdown on 'forever chemicals' in tap water
The Biden Administration is cracking down on utility providers to eliminate cancer-causing, "forever chemicals" detected in tap water.
The Biden Administration is cracking down on utility providers to eliminate cancer-causing, "forever chemicals" detected in tap water.
Bay Area sanctuary replenishing mangroves using grant money
The Seaside Seabird Sanctuary is helping replenish mangroves along our waterways through a new grant from The Tampa Bay Estuary Program.
The Seaside Seabird Sanctuary is helping replenish mangroves along our waterways through a new grant from The Tampa Bay Estuary Program.
Florida-friendly landscaping tips that benefit environment
As spring blossoms across Florida, many residents are gearing up to tend to their gardens.
As spring blossoms across Florida, many residents are gearing up to tend to their gardens.
Liquid nitrogen fertilizer spill kills nearly 750,000 fish in Iowa river, officials say
About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.
About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Earth Hour 2024: Why major world landmarks are going dark
Earth Hour, when major landmarks go dark for the planet, is known as "the biggest hour for Earth." Here's what else to know about the annual, globally recognized event.
Earth Hour, when major landmarks go dark for the planet, is known as "the biggest hour for Earth." Here's what else to know about the annual, globally recognized event.
Mote partnering with groups in Taiwan to expand heat-resiliency coral research
Last summer, water temperatures hit above 100 degrees in some locations in the Florida Keys, causing bleaching and an evacuation of lab grown corals.
Last summer, water temperatures hit above 100 degrees in some locations in the Florida Keys, causing bleaching and an evacuation of lab grown corals.
Global warming on the rise, prompting UN weather agency to issue 'red alert'
The U.N. weather agency has issued a "red alert" due to alarming increases in greenhouse gases, temperatures, and melting of glaciers and sea ice.
The U.N. weather agency has issued a "red alert" due to alarming increases in greenhouse gases, temperatures, and melting of glaciers and sea ice.
Florida wildlife officials to necropsy 20 dead sawfish found in Florida Keys
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission along with researchers are trying to figure out what caused the deaths of 20 endangered sawfish found in the Florida Keys within the last six weeks. Some researchers believe an algae toxin may be causing the deaths, but still no one is sure.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission along with researchers are trying to figure out what caused the deaths of 20 endangered sawfish found in the Florida Keys within the last six weeks. Some researchers believe an algae toxin may be causing the deaths, but still no one is sure.
Florida lawmakers pass bill banning intentional release of balloons
The Florida Legislature passed a bill banning balloon releases often seen at weddings or even gender reveals, and it now heads to the governor's desk.
The Florida Legislature passed a bill banning balloon releases often seen at weddings or even gender reveals, and it now heads to the governor's desk.
Tiny insect called chilli thrips threatens local strawberry industry
With no big freezes this winter, the strawberry fields in the Tampa Bay Region should be fruitful and profitable, but farmers are finding a tiny killer.
With no big freezes this winter, the strawberry fields in the Tampa Bay Region should be fruitful and profitable, but farmers are finding a tiny killer.
‘Thousands of whales disappeared,’ likely starved to death amid strong heatwave: study
Researchers found a decline of nearly 7,000 whales between 2012 and 2021, which coincided with a massive marine heatwave sometimes referred to as “the blob."
Researchers found a decline of nearly 7,000 whales between 2012 and 2021, which coincided with a massive marine heatwave sometimes referred to as “the blob."
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.