For all you big cat lovers on the Internet, we have a little something for you. In both Miami and Washington DC, zoos have announced the successful birthing of rare baby clouded leopards and cheetahs—and the photos are incredibly adorable. Both cheetahs and clouded leopards are … [Read more...] about New photos of baby clouded leopards will surely get you a smile this morning
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North Miami is creating a park that doubles as a tool for flood prevention
There is no state that is more aware of the potential threats that the climate crisis poses than Florida. In particular, flash floods and rising sea levels could potentially leave millions at risk. Fortunately, urban designers are starting to plan ahead before disaster … [Read more...] about North Miami is creating a park that doubles as a tool for flood prevention
Miami launches app that rewards citizens for ditching their cars at home
If you take the bus to work instead of driving a car, you can feel a bit of some self-satisfaction knowing your commute isn’t so harmful to the planet. But that’s about all you get—unless you live in Miami. This week, Miami Mayor Carlos Gimenez announced a new app called … [Read more...] about Miami launches app that rewards citizens for ditching their cars at home
Wow: Traffic jam sculpture on Miami Beach provokes thoughts on climate change
When facts and figures can’t deliver the urgent climate change message, art can serve as a vital vehicle to get the message across. Speaking of vehicles, Argentinian conceptual artist Leandro Erlich unveiled a provocative art installation featuring more than 60 “vehicles” made of … [Read more...] about Wow: Traffic jam sculpture on Miami Beach provokes thoughts on climate change
Climate change could push Florida to vote against climate deniers in 2020
With climate change coming to the forefront of political movements, cities such as New York and Atlantic City, which are highly vulnerable to climate change, may see the issue transforming their statewide politics. Number two on the list of cities most vulnerable to climate … [Read more...] about Climate change could push Florida to vote against climate deniers in 2020
