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… Continue reading Split Oak Forest: The Fight for Conservation
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… Continue reading Conservation Now…There Is No Plan Bee
Table of Contents IDEAS For Us – Environmental Sustainability Professionals Show A to Z Topical Index A Alternative Energy Air Pollution Animal Conservation Agroforestry Adaptation Aquaculture Artificial Intelligence Access to Clean Water Awareness Campaigns Alternative Transportation B Biodiversity Biodegradable Carbon Footprint Climate Change Conservation Composting Clean Energy Circular Economy Community Gardens Corporate Sustainability C Carbon… Continue reading Blog
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 lead sustainable lives. This Earth Day, let’s renew our commitment to the planet and continue to drive real, impactful change. Join us in celebrating the power of community and the enduring spirit of conservation.
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… Continue reading Navigating Nature’s Challenges: Florida’s Triple Threat
Recent headlines have applauded the success of the complete restoration of the Kissimmee River in Florida. In 1962, the U.S Army Corps of Engineers began straightening the once 103-mile river in an attempt to provide flood protection to developing lands in the area surrounding the floodplain. However, almost immediately, the landscape began to experience significant… Continue reading Kissimmee River Restoration
Significance of Archaeology Anthropology has been recognized as an important scientific field of study for decades, but it has been relevant ever since the 18th century. Anthropologists study the evolution of human culture by identifying and analyzing material remains, civilizations, languages, and biological processes. This field of study is important because we can use the… Continue reading Archaeology and Nature
The longest river that begins and ends within the state of Florida is the St. Johns. Originating at Blue Cypress Lake, the St. Johns River meanders over 300 miles north to its terminus in the Atlantic Ocean near Jacksonville.1,2 At its southern end, the river is shallow and marsh-like, scarcely navigable by boat. As it works… Continue reading St. Johns River: Water Management Spotlight
Habitat loss and fragmentation are some of the primary causes of declining plant and animal populations. The Florida Wildlife Corridor protects almost 700 different plant and animal species by conserving and connecting habitats all over the state. This includes the mighty Florida Panther, The West Indian Manatee, and the Gopher Tortoise. This blog dives into… Continue reading The Florida Wildlife Corridor
The first animal to be featured on a Florida Native Animal Spotlight Series is an obvious choice: Florida’s own state animal, The Florida Panther! The Florida Panther is a subspecies of the mountain lion. They are a large, tan cat with a unique crooked tail and a patch of fur like a cowlick on their… Continue reading The Florida Panther: FL Native Animal Series
