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More than 300,000 Minnesotans – and millions across the United States – are poised to take advantage of new job opportunities in the growing "green" economy, according to a new report released by a group of labor and environmental organizations.

Wind energy in Florida might have some promise after all. This year’s renewable energy technologies grants from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection include two note-worthy investments in wind: $2.5 million for Florida Power and Light (FPL) to build the state’s first wind-energy facility in St. Lucie County, and $123,868 to Progress Energy Florida to install small-scale, inland wind-evaluation turbines at five different locations in the state.

This seems to be a bit old, but I haven't found it here in hugg.com and I think it's a nice article. "Arborist Loren Westenberger moved a 125-ton 100-year-old live oak, 120 feet from the center of the lot where an addition to the Church of Scientology is being built in Clearwater, Florida.

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) in Ft. Myers has been singled out by state lawmakers for an $8.5 million allocation to build a 16-acre solar farm on its campus. While the funding still needs a final OK from Gov. Charlie Crist, who’s likely to approve, the money would help FGCU construct what would be the largest university-based solar farm in the world.

Audrey Copeland is the designer of the first reusable take-out container for college and university students. The ‘EcoClamshell’ is made from a durable, dishwasher-safe plastic material and is currently being used by 200 hundred students at Eckerd College in Florida.

Why does the argument that businesses should do more to reduce pollution and protect the environment often boil down to the issue of jobs vs. nature? Advocates of green living around the world are increasingly making the argument that green business is good business, and that clean energy and other green sectors actually generate jobs. Too often, though, many businesses still aren’t buying it.

Florida builder uses steel refrigeration panels for energy efficient home construction, saving home owners 60% on energy costs while at the same time utilizing sustainable building products

Senator Nelson argues that drilling in environmentally sensitive areas is not a remedy for rising fuel prices.

Cypress mulch is a popular choice for many gardeners, but people should know that their choice can harm Florida's wetlands, the Gulf of Mexico and our coastal environment in general.

Global warming is boosting the sea level along Florida's gulf coast and already causing profound environmental changes, scientists say.

The nation's first, large-scale seawater desalination plant is delivering drinking water to more than 2.5 million residents of the Tampa Bay area. It's a timelysolution as continued drought is forecast across the southeastern United States.

The number of Florida scrub-jays, the only species of bird found exclusively in Florida, is declining - even within preserves set aside for them - a new report has concluded. The birds are being squeezed out by suburban sprawl and overpopulation in the state.

Pampering guests in South Florida is nothing new, but now that luxury treatment is being extended to your favorite pet. For those into indulgent extreme pampering, there is a new two million dollar hotel in Pompano Beach, Florida for your dog or cat.

Speculation and doubts continue to rise concerning the future of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP).