The joint commitment of Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe & Palm Beach Counties to address the regional impacts of climate change; Follows & RTs ≠ Endorsement
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SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
ISC seeks a web design and development partner for our new @SEFL_Compact (southeastfloridaclimatecompa…) website project. Download our RFP to learn more. Please note, bidders must be US based.
Apply by March 31, 2023: sustain.org/procurements/
#procurementjobs #webdevelopment #RFP
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Climate action is a moral necessity.
Climate action is an economic necessity.
Climate action is a national security necessity.
Climate action is a public health necessity.
There is no time left for delay.
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SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
South Florida’s drainage system isn’t working as well as it used to.
Most of our drainage system relies on gravity. During heavy rains, water either seeps into the ground or it flows downhill into pipes and canals that eventually wash out to sea. miamiherald.com/news/local/e…
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
On achieving net zero within the transportation sector, @ajtfyfe emphasized the importance of monitoring fuel emissions & reiterated a statement from Beth Osborne with @T4America: we must be good advocates with our state govts to get these practices in place. @SEFL_Compact – at Fort Lauderdale, FL
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Day two of @SEFL_Compact starts with Rafe Pomerance’s pitch on how to keep Florida above water. Behind him is a proclamation from former Fl Gov Lawton Chiles proclaiming “global warming awareness week” in the 90s.
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Good morning from the @SEFL_Compact Annual Summit, hosted by @BrowardCounty. Highlights from 2022 include: RCAP 3.0, CCAT updates, $450 mil/68% of Resilient Florida dollars received
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The @UMiamiCCE launched the Climate and Equity Mapping Platform (CAMP) tool this morning which offers multiple toolkits for addressing extreme heat including integration of heat data into their Miami Affordability Project (MAP) interactive map. More info: affordablehousing.miami.edu
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
They call #ExtremeHeat the silent killer. #OurCounty, along with Chief Heat Officer Jane Gilbert, is taking steps to provide cooling to our most vulnerable residents. #MiamiDadeThrives when we combat the effects of #RisingTemperatures. @ResilientJane
To counter the effects of extreme heat in #OurCounty, @MayorDaniella announced the distribution of new AC units for public housing residents. In this Miami-Dade Minute, learn more about this multi-million dollar investment that will protect our most vulnerable residents.
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Do you know the difference between a Flood Warning and a Flood Watch? Here are some tips on what to do.
Be prepared. Know the difference and stay informed! 🌧☔🌊
#PBCStrong #TSNicole #PalmBeachCountyFL #ReadyPBC #PBCGov #PBCDEM
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
DERM is studying how to mitigate extreme heat in #OurCounty, and it involves analyzing our urban forests. Check it out!
Miami-Dade is part of a national heat study analyzing the cooling potential of urban habitats. The results will help #OurCounty better understand how environmentally sensitive urban areas can contribute to climate change solutions. bddy.me/3tj3dil. @MiamiDadeRER
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Today at #COP27, the Biden-Harris Administration released a roadmap to unlock the full potential of nature-based solutions to confront climate change, nature loss, and inequity.
whitehouse.gov/briefing-room…
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
NEW: The public draft of the Fifth National Climate Assessment is out for comment and we want to hear from you! Review the draft and share your feedback through January 27, 2023. Learn more here: globalchange.gov/content/cal… #NCA5
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
The County's building recertification program has been strengthened to include inspecting additional building components. We’re hosting virtual workshops to go over the new requirements and procedures. Learn more and register: bddy.me/3M6nekR
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
After a hurricane, #FloodInsurance is the best way to guarantee coverage. Federal disaster assistance is not guaranteed and, in most cases, does not provide enough funds to make a full recovery. Learn more at floodsmart.gov #HurricaneSeason #FloodSmart
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
Feeling stressed about your high utility bills? We’ve teamed up with @SolarNeighbors to bring you the Broward #Solar Co-op 2022. Learn more at ow.ly/Ony550L0cWr.
Virtual Info Session Wednesday 10/19 at 6pm, register here ow.ly/XCk750L0cWs
#sustainablebroward
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
As Miami-Dade County experiences heavy rainfall, we remind you to be prepared!
Monitor for forecast updates and if you live in areas prone to flooding, be ready to take action should flooding occur. #MDFRSafety
Here are some additional tips to keep in mind 👇
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
The @FLDEPNews is awarding more than $68 million to secure 227 electric transit buses to replace existing diesel transit buses in Alachua, Broward, Duval, Escambia, Hillsborough, Leon, Marion, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Orange, Palm Beach, Pasco, and Pinellas counties!
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
There has been a relatively new push for citizen science and for low-cost, portable air quality sensors. Our hope is that students will be more inclined to ask questions, do their research 🔍, and reach conclusions about how to better comprehend or improve upon their environment.
SEFL Climate Compact retweeted
File under T for TIPPING POINTS!
California to Ban the Sale of New Gasoline Cars by 2035 👀 nyti.ms/3Kp3p7l
When we said IRA would spur states (and everyone else!) to do more, we weren't joking...
