Harmful algae blooms in Great Lakes could increase this summer, NOAA warns
NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.
NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.
Hillsborough planners survey residents on county’s vulnerability, resilience to find storm solutions
Hillsborough County officials want to make sure they know where the problem spots are in your neighborhoods through an online vulnerability and resilience survey, so planners can find solutions when storms happen.
Hillsborough County officials want to make sure they know where the problem spots are in your neighborhoods through an online vulnerability and resilience survey, so planners can find solutions when storms happen.
Florida leaders approved $300M to protect thousands of acres of green space across the state
Governor Ron DeSantis and his cabinet just approved millions of dollars for the environment. It's to protect thousands of acres near two of the Tampa Bay area's most environmentally important rivers: The Peace River and the Myakka.
Governor Ron DeSantis and his cabinet just approved millions of dollars for the environment. It's to protect thousands of acres near two of the Tampa Bay area's most environmentally important rivers: The Peace River and the Myakka.
DeSantis touts historic environmental funding in Florida Keys visit
Governor Ron DeSantis arrived in the Florida Keys touting what he said is historic funding for the environment. He also threw in an extra day for the popular mini lobster season.
Governor Ron DeSantis arrived in the Florida Keys touting what he said is historic funding for the environment. He also threw in an extra day for the popular mini lobster season.
Worry over being 'disgusting' drives us to do too much laundry, study says
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
"There is a conflict between the desire to reduce one's washing to save the environment and the fear of being perceived as a disgusting person with unclean clothes," the author said.
Chile's Humboldt penguin could be facing extinction, experts warn
The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.
The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.
Mote Marine using innovative technologies to combat harmful blue-green algae
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium was awarded $3.2 million in grant funding for innovative technologies to combat harmful blue-green algae.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium was awarded $3.2 million in grant funding for innovative technologies to combat harmful blue-green algae.
Florida avocado growers continue to battle 'laurel wilt disease'
This year’s avocado crop is looking "better than last year" as Florida growers continue to battle laurel wilt disease, according to experts.
This year’s avocado crop is looking "better than last year" as Florida growers continue to battle laurel wilt disease, according to experts.
2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
AI technology, lasers helping measure damage to forests caused by hurricanes
Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) developed technology using lasers and artificial intelligence to evaluate how extensively forests are damaged during hurricanes.
Researchers with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) developed technology using lasers and artificial intelligence to evaluate how extensively forests are damaged during hurricanes.
Lakeland to use new tech to harvest harmful algae blooms in Lake Bonnet
The City of Lakeland approved a project in mid-April that will use new technology to restore the water quality at one of their popular lakes.
The City of Lakeland approved a project in mid-April that will use new technology to restore the water quality at one of their popular lakes.
24 artificial reefs deployed to help health of Sarasota Bay
More than 20 artificial reefs have been deployed in Sarasota Bay. The hope is for them to flourish and create a new habitat for commercial and recreational fish.
More than 20 artificial reefs have been deployed in Sarasota Bay. The hope is for them to flourish and create a new habitat for commercial and recreational fish.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
DeSantis announces major investment in environmental protections on Earth Day
On Earth Day, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $1.5 billion in funding towards environmental protection projects around the state.
On Earth Day, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $1.5 billion in funding towards environmental protection projects around the state.
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.