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Florida residents are struggling this hurricane season, and many are pointing the finger at a certain Governor. A Once-in-a-Lifetime Weather Disaster Florida has just seen a once-in-a-lifetime weather disaster that’s left entire neighborhoods underwater. After being hit by a monster downpour last month – with over 20 inches of rain falling within a week – streets in Hollywood, Miami, and …
Interested in how Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ climate change stance has changed over time? Let’s take a look. Florida’s Weather Gone Wild Florida is currently in the grips of some of the most extreme weather ever seen in The Sunshine State. The first few months of the year began with the Florida Climate Center reporting that 2024 had the warmest …
As if rising temperatures weren’t enough, studies are showing that climate change is helping to promote antimicrobial resistance, which could render our medicines useless. Our Problems Are Warming Up Thanks to climate change, the extreme heat that is sizzling up the United States is expected to bring even hotter summers in the future. However, heat-related illnesses and runaway wildfires are …
Florida Governor Ron Desantis’ lack of climate policies has been a problem as severe flooding recently hit South Florida. Critics are concerned about how the widespread damage will impact residents as extreme weather worsens from climate change. Concerns in Florida There has been severe flooding in Southern Florida, which has brought attention to Governor Ron DeSantis’ climate policies. Now, critics …
Think the occasional power outage is just a temporary inconvenience? Think again. As America’s energy demands soar and political battles rage, the reality of frequent blackouts looms larger than ever. Are you prepared for a future where blackouts are part of daily life? 1. Aging Infrastructure The American Society of Civil Engineers gave America’s energy infrastructure a grade of C- …
Climate change is a reality we can no longer ignore, and personal accountability is more crucial than ever. A ‘Carbon Rating’ for every American could make us think twice about our daily choices. How would you feel if every action—from driving to your coffee habit—had a direct impact on your wallet? 1. Driving Your Car Driving a gasoline-powered vehicle emits …
When it comes to green energy, China is making America look bad. Full story. A Clean Energy Shockwave The world’s largest polluter is somehow pulling off a clean energy miracle. Despite all expectations, China – a country that was responsible for 11.4 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions last year – is set to hit its 2030 clean energy …
As intense heat keeps scorching the US, various attorneys general are asking the government to step in and save Americans who are “suffering and dying from extreme heat.” Remember Last Year? Technically speaking, summer 2023 marked the highest global temperatures on record and was among the hottest for numerous states. But so far, this year has seen more severe heat …
Invasive species wreak havoc on ecosystems, agriculture, and even our daily lives. Here are 25 invasive species that we wouldn’t mind seeing disappear forever, especially the gross ones. 1. Mosquitoes While not all mosquitoes are invasive, species like the Aedes aegypti spread diseases such as Zika, dengue, and chikungunya. Their bites are itchy, and they pose serious public health risks. …
Are we finally ready to admit that science is kicking religion’s behind in explaining our world? From climate change to evolution, here’s how scientific facts are overshadowing age-old religious beliefs. Have you caught up with the times? 1. “God Controls the Weather” Sorry, but climate change is real and human-caused. Over 97% of climate scientists agree, and the evidence is …
