Is the Drought Over Yet?
An explainer on the Bay Area’s current conditions By Kristina Meek “How are we still in a drought?”…
Infected on my front porch
Why Tampa Bay’s Recent Dengue Outbreak is No Joke | Column Late last July, a few ounces of…
Even if we don’t see them, nocturnal pollinators play a critical role in ecosystems
While bees and butterflies are recognized for their critical roles in pollinating food and flowers, pollinators that fly…
Crescent Lake has SoUL
Until it got SoUL, Crescent Lake in St. Petersburg was like most lakes and ponds in Florida. Its…
“Smart ponds” remove nutrients naturally
New stormwater regulations that went into effect in late 2025 acknowledge what experts have been saying for years:…
St. Pete PUP Champions raises awareness of pet waste pollution
Across the state, more than half of all residents own a pet, including nearly 40% of families that…
Eco-anxiety affects one in six Tampa Bay respondents but can be treated
When researchers polled Tampa Bay residents about their eco-anxiety in the face of environmental degradation, they were surprised…
Top Ten Tips for a Green Fourth of July
A milestone as major as America’s 250th anniversary deserves an unforgettable, multi-day celebration—but it shouldn’t come at the…
Education key to preventing stormwater pollution
Across the state, more than 76,000 stormwater ponds are woven into Florida neighborhoods, often as the focal point…
Native landscapes can help restore Florida’s biodiversity
As gardeners across Tampa Bay contemplate replacing their cold-damaged plants or landscaping with new plants amidst the ongoing…