Jun 10

Florida should protect utility customers from rates that yield excess profits for affiliated companies

Originally published by the Environmental Defense Fund By: Erin Murphy Florida is overwhelmingly dependent on natural gas imported from...

Jun 3

New state legislation will require mandatory flood disclosure — learn how this will benefit Florida homebuyers

Originally published by The Invading Sea By Rachel Rhode, Environmental Defense Fund Florida Hurricane season is officially upon us, and...

May 30

A Republican pollster asked Florida voters about energy. The results surprised him

Originally Published by the Tampa Bay Times By Emily Mahoney, Energy Reporter Floridians of both political parties are overwhelmingly...

May 20

Electric school buses will save children’s health

Originally published by The Orlando Sentinel By: Emily Pickett, Moms Clean Air Force Riding the school bus is a quintessential American...

Apr 23

Myth busting 101: Floridians should know the facts about electric vehicles

Originally published by The Invading Sea By Ali DySard Despite decades of Big Oil lobbying against electric vehicles, consumers across...

Apr 1

WATCH NOW: EV 101 Series - Myth Busting

In case you missed it, watch as our Senior Policy Specialist, Ali DySard, and other panelists tackle common EV myths!

Mar 6

Culture wars on climate change at odds with Florida voters

Originally Published by Florida Politics By Peter Schorsch The science is clear. While Florida’s residents are already grappling with the...

Jan 22

Miami-Dade’s yellow school buses are going green. Soon, 100 electric buses will hit the road

Via Miami Herald - Published on Friday, January 19, 2024 housands more Miami-Dade students will be catching an emissions-free ride to...

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Report shows pathway to reducing household energy costs by 47%

Despite low utility rates, energy costs in Florida are steadily rising, straining over two million low- and moderate-income residents. Outdated housing and systems are causing discomfort and financial distress. Sudden spikes in utility bills due to market volatility and extreme weather events worsen the situation.

New report shows climate change will impact strawberry production in Florida

In 2022, the Florida legislature created the official designation of strawberry shortcake as the State Dessert. Key lime pie advocates may yet have a second chance to emerge victorious as important new research by Environmental Defense Fund and Two Degrees Adapt signals concern for growing strawberries in the Sunshine State due to climate change.

Hurricane Ian exposed the vulnerability of rural communities

Florida is no stranger to hurricanes. As we recover from Idalia, our researchers are examining the impact Hurricane Ian had on Florida’s rural communities, highlighting our state's need for adaptive resilience strategies

New poll shows that climate change has become a personal issue

Extreme Ocean Temperatures Are Affecting Florida’s Coral Reef

Watch as Florida Director Dawn Shirreffs speaks with Nicole Besemer, Coral Scientist with NOAA to learn how extreme ocean temperatures are bleaching Florida's coral.