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Broward commissioners block warehouse plan, keep Dania Beach mangroves protected
Broward County commissioners unanimously voted to reject a request from a landowner seeking to remove about three acres of mangroves in Dania Beach from the county’s environmentally sensitive lands map to make way for a 62,000-square-foot warehouse.
Waste Management unveils $90M recycling facility in west Pembroke Pines
It’s being called a game changer for South Florida.
Scan a bracelet, follow a whale: FIU brings public into ocean research
There are plenty of ways people from South Florida can help protect and conserve the oceans and marine life, but Florida International University is doing something next level.
New biochar technology could help ease Miami-Dade’s landfill capacity crisis
A new innovation being tested at the South Dade Landfill could help Miami-Dade County reduce its growing waste stream as officials search for ways to extend the life of local landfills.
Miami-Dade mayor blocks Kelly Tractor expansion, protects sensitive wetlands
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has issued a last-minute veto blocking a county commission decision that would have allowed development on land outside the county’s Urban Development Boundary.
Early stages of new artificial coral reef project proving successful: ‘The fish are coming back’
Just eight months after Ocean Rescue Alliance International deployed 50 artificial reef structures off the shores of Hollywood Beach, the underwater metropolis Guardians of the Reef, is full of life.
‘We cannot risk it’: Florida leaders push back as offshore drilling deadline looms
Many environmental groups are opposing the Trump administration’s plans for new oil drilling off the coasts of California, Alaska, and the eastern gulfs in Florida as it puts waters and wildlife at risk.
Florida lawmakers consider bill targeting marine debris, plastic pollution
As a new legislative session begins in Tallahassee, a new bill in the state senate picks up support from both parties, aimed at tackling Florida’s growing marine debris crisis.
Holiday cheer brings surge in waste, but local groups urge greener celebrations
It may be the happiest time of the year, but environmental advocates say it is also the trashiest.
Reefline uses Art Basel spotlight to advance underwater sculpture reef
As Art Basel Miami Beach drew art lovers and enthusiasts from around the world, a South Florida project is using the global spotlight for strategic environmental engagement.
Dos and don’ts of recycling as trash problems continue to grow in South Florida
Now, more than ever, it’s so important that all of us not only recycle, but recycle correctly.
Florida weighs bills that could rewrite shark management rules
Florida is wrestling with two major pieces of legislation that could reshape how the state manages its shark populations, even as fishing captains and conservationists square off over what’s really happening in the water.
New Recycle-pedia tool aims to simplify recycling across Miami-Dade
National Recycling Day was on Saturday, as the push to get people to recycle correctly grows urgently by the day. Recycling could be confusing, as many are doing it wrong, leading to high contamination rates and high costs for cities to absorb.
Florida Panthers join Broward County to tackle mounting trash crisis
Saturday marks National Recycling Day, a reminder of the importance of cutting waste and recycling correctly — a message that hits especially close to home in South Florida, where cities and counties are struggling to manage a growing solid waste crisis.
Fort Lauderdale cracks down on derelict boats, sewage pollution with new ordinance and pump-out program
For years, South Florida residents have battled an ongoing water problem — derelict boats, illegal sewage dumping, and worsening water quality from Miami Beach to Hollywood. Now, Fort Lauderdale is taking action.
Gradible connects Miami businesses with eco-friendly alternatives amid waste surge
Miami-Dade County produces more trash than nearly anywhere else in the nation. Each year, residents and businesses generate about 5 million tons of garbage — double the national average.
Miami’s Reefline turns submerged cars into coral havens
The first phase of what will be an underwater sculpture park took place, after 11 of 22 huge car sculptures were dropped into the ocean off the shores of South Beach.
UM scientists race to breed ‘super corals’ to save dying reefs
Coral reefs around the world are facing widespread dieback.
Miami-Dade officials hope to supercharge composting efforts
Miami-Dade County is setting a path towards scaling composting countywide.
New musical ‘Dear Everything’ touring US, bringing climate awareness through art
As the Trump administration moves to reverse green energy policies, instead promoting more fossil fuel production, a new theatrical production touring the nation is pushing back.
Volunteers show up across South Florida for International Coastal Cleanup Day
Right now, scientists estimate there could be as much 199 million tons of plastic in the ocean.
County leaders launch cleanup, crackdown on illegal dumping in Hialeah
City and county leaders are taking action to address illegal dumping along a street in Hialeah that residents say has been overwhelmed with trash.
El Portal resident files lawsuit as locals push back against Little River development plan
It’s a tale South Floridians know all too well as a community fights development to preserve and protect its natural space.
Volunteers lining up in excitement for International Coastal Clean-Up Day
The latest data estimates that there are between 75 and 199 million metric tons of plastic in the ocean right now, with 11 million metric tons of new plastic entering every year.
FWC halts licenses for new catches of shark and ray species amid controversy
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has temporarily stopped issuing licenses for new catches of shark and ray species listed under the Endangered Species Act.
Updates on Hialeah trash dumping issue, Redland illegal trailer park
Piles and piles of garbage have been littering a notorious street in Hialeah, but what’s finally being done to clean it up?
Police cracking down on illegal trailer parks that discharge sewage, contaminating our groundwater
An illegal trailer park in the Redlands is possibly dumping human waste right into our groundwater.
‘We’re better than this’: Litter bugs treating Hialeah like dumping ground, fed-up resident says
Hialeah native Nelson Garcia is sick and tired of seeing his community trashed.
Broward students host beach cleanup in celebration of National Beach Day
Broward students marked National Beach Day with a community-wide cleanup Saturday morning at Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Efforts ongoing to save local coral reefs amid sweltering South Florida summer
Right now, Earth is hotter than it’s ever been in recorded history, with record breaking temperatures across the globe, including our ocean.
‘Still on life support’: Biscayne Bay’s pollution woes linger 5 years later
In August 2020, Biscayne Bay suffered a massive fish kill caused by oxygen-depleted waters, marking a tipping point from decades of unchecked pollution. Five years later, despite some signs of recovery, scientists say the bay remains on life support.
Environmentalists continue fight to preserve area where Everglades detention camp was built
Battle lines were drawn in federal court Wednesday as the state of Florida is trying to move a lawsuit filed by environmental groups over the migrant detention camp in the Everglades out of the Southern District.
South Florida glass recycling company keeps sustainable material out of landfills
Environmentalists are crestfallen after last week’s decision by Miami-Dade County Commissioners to green light the construction of a new waste to energy trash incinerator to replace the one that burned down.
Florida environmentalists take fight against ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to courts
Another powerful group has petitioned to join a federal lawsuit to shut down the Everglades migrant detention camp known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” given that the state has given no end date, and no assurances that this will not become a permanent facility.
Local eco hero in new show aiming to change perception of sharks
As the world’s shark population continues to rapidly decline, Hollywood is now looking to makeover the image of the ocean’s apex predator.
Plastic Free July provides great opportunities to form new planet-saving habits
For most of us, July means fireworks, barbecues, beach days and vacation, but it’s also the month in which everyone around the world is called on to reduce our plastic footprint.
Second chance for old soles: Movement grows in South Florida to reuse, recycle old sneakers
Just after sunset, hundreds stretched and laced up for the weekly Tuesday night Brickell Run Club 5K through the streets of Downtown Miami.
Is Miami’s ‘Leave No Trace’ campaign working? We spot-check cleanliness of Biscayne Bay islands
This week on Don’t Trash Our Treasure, Local 10 brings an update on Leave No Trace, a campaign launched by the city of Miami last year to try and get boaters, and all who visit the Biscayne Bay spoil islands, to pick up the trash they make and throw it away back on land.
World Oceans Day brings large crowd of all ages to event in South Beach
A celebration of all things ocean brought crowds of people to the shore off Collins Avenue and 34th Street in Miami Beach.
Latin American orchestra makes beautiful music out of trash
Miami-Dade County generates more than 5,000,000 tons of waste every year.
Guardians of the Reef: South Florida nonprofit fights to save, restore our reef tract
Right now, our planet is in the grips of the most devastating mass coral bleaching event ever in recorded history, affecting a staggering 84% of the world’s coral reefs.
Plume of salty water from Turkey Point could impact aquifer
As nuclear power plants age, can they withstand the effects of climate change?
Turkey Point: Is it safe in this age of climate change?
This week’s Don’t Trash Our Treasure report is on Florida Power & Light’s Turkey Point nuclear plant in south Miami-Dade County after it was granted federal approval to continue operating for the next 27 years. But is it safe in this age of climate change?
Florida sea turtles continue being rescued from trap lines as conversations sound alarm
This week’s Don’t Trash Our Treasure has a concerning update on Florida sea turtles. Though nesting numbers are up, adult turtles continue to face threats due to human pressure.
Local 10’s Louis Aguirre honored with induction into Silver Circle
One of Local 10 News’ anchors was honored over the weekend for his career in the industry.