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OUC should guard against pollution from coal plant

There was a time when — even with all its drawbacks — many communities saw coal as one of the best, most affordable options for generating electricity. But there are much better choices now

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Natalia Ortiz: Climate change a bigger long-term threat than COVID-19

Moms and dads need to understand that the warming climate threatens the planet and demand that our leaders address the danger, writes a guest columnist from the CLEO Institute.
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Florida leaders OK using affordable housing trust fund for sea level rise, sewage plants

The Florida House sent to the governor a bill that would divvy up more than $400 million in tax dollars that in the past have been targeted toward affordable housing to also battle sea level rise and pay for sewage projects.

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Lauren Swan: Legislature finally noticing threat from climate change

Proposed legislation recognizes the potential damage residents and businesses face from more frequent flooding and more powerful storms.
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Fred Grimm: Even if deniers don’t, Florida insurers recognize the cost of climate change

If the insurers abandon us, the effect will be devastating as a natural disaster. Climate deniers haven't noticed, but pot has begun to boil.

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Chris Sprowls and Wilton Simpson: State must prepare for sea-level rise, GOP leaders say

Through careful planning and strong partnerships, Florida can be a national example of resilient communities, where water remains an engine that drives our state's prosperity and the only thing the rising tide does is lift all boats.

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John Moran: Waterways need better slime protection

With the support of nearly every major polluting industry in Florida, the Legislature has once again prioritized polluter profits over protecting public waters.

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