Higher than normal bacteria levels have been plaguing Florida waters with increasing frequency in recent years. In 2020, a study performed by Environment Florida Research and Policy Center (EFRPC) found that 185 beaches were deemed unsafe for swimming and…
Pollution
Since plastic was first invented in 1907, it has become one of the primary killers of ocean life over the years. Specifically, in the 1960’s, when our plastic addiction really took hold, plastic pollution really started to create problems in…
In Tallahassee, Governor Ron Desantis has signed a bill that prohibits Florida’s counties, special districts, and other municipalities from restricting fuel sources. This bill restricts and may in some cases eliminate the possibility of furthering the use of alternative renewable…
“Fast fashion” refers to inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass-market retailers in response to the latest trends. This type of production is extremely popular, and it’s having a drastic effect on consumer waste produced around the world. According to the…