Environment

Duke Energy, Tampa Electric Join Forces To Restore Florida Shorelines

08/28/2024

As part of the utilities' hurricane response plans, nearly 700 mangroves were planted along the coast in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.

Will 100-year Hurricanes Now Happen Every 25 Years?

08/21/2024

Frequency of deadly hurricane weather has jumped 300%: Deep Sky Research shares six key findings from its study of hurricane risk in the U.S.

Wildfire Season: Five Safety Tips For Business Travelers

08/01/2024

In 2024, wildfires have already burned more than 20 times as much land as last year in California, disrupting supply chains and local economies. What can business travelers do to protect themselves?

EPA Announces Four Stormwater Centers Of Excellence

07/10/2024

Located in New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Nevada and Maryland, Centers of Excellence will improve stormwater infrastructure across the U.S.

Proposed Rule Would Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Heat Exposure

07/02/2024

Every year, dozens of workers die and thousands more suffer illnesses related to hazardous heat exposure that are most often preventable.

Balancing Code Requirements For Storm Shelter Doors

06/28/2024

Implementation of comprehensive severe weather solutions — such as storm shelter doors — and adherence to codes and requirements mitigates risks and protects lives in harsh environmental conditions.