Shrinking Colorado River will take a toll on the nation's food supply

The shelves and prices at your local grocery store could look a little different soon. The Colorado River, which provides water for about 15% of our country’s agriculture, is shrinking.

Jimmy Carter: The first ‘green’ president

Former President Jimmy Carter will be widely remembered as a champion of conservation, but perhaps fewer know just how much he did to preserve his home state of Georgia and beyond.

Florida citrus growers hoping for comeback in 2025

For decades, Florida growers provided most of the nation's orange and grapefruit juice, producing up to 70% of America's citrus production.

These are the ways you can reduce waste during the holidays

The holidays are a time for fun, but it can also result in excess waste that can affect the environment and here are some eco-friendly options to consider.

Milton farm losses could top $600M

Agricultural production losses in Florida from Hurricane Milton could reach $642.7 million, pushing the state’s potential crop and livestock losses from three hurricanes this year to nearly $1 billion.

Several organizations receive NOAA grant aimed at growing Tampa Bay’s ‘marine economy’

The Tampa Bay area’s coast took a hit during the hurricane season this year, and there’s a push to make it even more resilient with a new $13.9 million grant for startup companies.

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. 

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.

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.