Search results for: “Conservation”
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Roaring Forward: The Florida Panther’s Path to Conservation Success
The Florida panther, a majestic and iconic species that wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists have long admired, faces the imminent threat of extinction, leaving a mere 100-180 individuals in the wild. In this article, we will explore why Florida panther conservation is crucial. We will highlight its unique ecology, the challenges it encounters, and the…
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Innovative Solutions for Marine Conservation: IDEAS For Us and SDG 14
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Ideas for Us: Addressing Marine Conservation and Sustainability through SDG 14 Initiatives United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14 emphasizes the need to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development. Ideas for Us, an environmental non-profit organization, actively contributes to SDG 14 through various initiatives and programs. In this…
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Oyster Boys Conservation
This is the first episode in the relaunch of our official IDEAS For Us podcast! Oysters are a keystone species. They filter water at 50 gallons per day, they protect shorelines, and they provide habitat for a lot of juvenile species. They are powerhouses. Oyster Boys Conservation’s mission is to get “more of them boys…
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Overfishing, Conservation, Sustainability, & Farmed Fish
As with many other aspects of government policy, overfishing and other fishing-related environmental issues are a real problem. However, government intervention may not be the most effective solution. Surprisingly, it might be one of the main drivers of overfishing and other conservation and sustainability issues stemming from commercial fishing. Much like drone fishing, this…
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Orchid Delirium and Conservation
Orchid Delirium and Conservation Orchid Delirium and Conservation. Why are Florida orchids so special? Florida is an incredibly bio-diverse state that is capable of fostering all sorts of life sufficiently. Florida’s original native orchid population has been destroyed through the encroachment of civilization. It’s hard to believe that there was once a time where these now…
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Split Oak Forest: The Fight for Conservation
Valerie Anderson, a geographical information science analyst, doesn’t have a favorite area of Split Oak Forest so much as a favorite time of year: fall. The season brings scores of purple flowers to the 1,700-acre nature preserve. Garberia, Vanillaleaf, Hairy Chaffhead, Slender Blazing Star. These are just a handful that capture her interest, not only…
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Conservation Now…There Is No Plan Bee
What Is Pollination? Pollination can be understood as a mutually beneficial process3. Simply put, pollinators are animals that transport pollen from one species of flower to the same species of another flower. This transfer of pollen between flowers allows for the reproduction of more flowers, ensuring new plants will soon grow. Not only do flowers benefit from…
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Celebrating Earth Day: A Note of Gratitude from IDEAS For Us and Fleet Farming
Earth Day is upon us! Earth Day approaches, IDEAS For Us and Fleet Farming extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated community of environmental advocates. Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has stood as a beacon of hope and action for environmental stewardship worldwide. Together, we’ve transformed local landscapes and empowered individuals to…
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Navigating Nature’s Challenges: Florida’s Triple Threat
Welcome back to the IDEAS For Us blog, where we explore pressing environmental issues and innovative solutions. This is a follow up post on the Top Environmental Issues in Florida. Today, we set our sights on the Sunshine State, dissecting the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Join us on a journey through Florida’s environmental…
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New Bill Will Allow Radioactive Waste in Florida Roads
On June 29th, Florida Governor Ron Desantis signed a bill allowing the study of radioactive waste to pave Florida roads. The material is called phosphogypsum and is created as a by-product of fertilizer production. The bill expands the list of recyclable construction materials with phosphogypsum joining construction steel, glass, and recycled mixed-plastic material. Yet unlike…
