by Admin | Apr 12, 2021 | Environmental hazards
The Piney Point industrial site in Manatee County, Florida, has never had a good track record for being eco-friendly. The first chemical plant there, Borden Chemical, had only been open for four years when it was discovered the company was dumping phosphate waste into...
by Admin | Sep 5, 2018 | Climate Change, Environmental hazards
It’s no exaggeration to say climate change is looming as a major problem for all of humanity. It threatens the habitability of our land, the stability of our food supply and, simply put, the future of our species. It’s important to note, though, that the impact of...
by Admin | Oct 3, 2016 | Conservation, Sustainability
Coral reefs are not just beautiful, they’re an essential part of the coastal ecosystems in which they occur. They harbor extensive biodiversity, and provide a lot of resources for people living near them. However, overfishing, increasing ocean acidification, and...
by Admin | May 30, 2014 | Articles, Climate Change, Environmental hazards
According to the US National Climate Assessment released by the White House Tuesday, South Florida is facing some major risks from sea level rises, increasing temperatures and decreased water availability. “Sea level rise presents major challenges to South...
