Florida legislators Sign up for quick fixes to the state’s property insurance crisis But critics say the plan pays little attention to the growing threat of climate change.
Insurance and risk management experts agree, Florida private session It was essential to reduce insurance fraud – from issues such as restricting contractors door-to-door to repairing roofs with minimal damage.
But Charles Nice, associate director of the Center for Risk Management Education and Research at Florida State University, said fraud is only part of the problem. There are hurricanes, and doubts surrounding the most dangerous storms due to the warming of the climate.
“What we’ve been seeing in the last couple of years is these two things happening,” Ness said. “We’re seeing a lot of turbulent activity from 2016-2017 until today, and we’re seeing a lot of fraud. And insurance companies haven’t been able to survive these two things happening simultaneously.”
Nice warned that as severe storms are reflected in disaster models, insurers will adapt to avoid potential losses — as they do with sea level rise, wildfires and other natural disasters.
Billing package from the special sessionwhich had bipartisan support, It was described as a “meaningful first step.”
Other options, Ness said, would be telling people they can’t live on the beach, or finding ways to keep the water out. Given the reluctance to restrict homes in certain areas, he said, he was happy to see lawmakers offer up to $10,000 grants to make homes less vulnerable to storm surges.
He said he would support social programs for people who would be disproportionately affected by climate change.
“Let the insurance companies charge what the actuarial fair rate is for the risks they pose,” Ness said. “And if that’s unaffordable for some people, you’re creating a social program that addresses the affordability of insurance.”
According to the Bureau of Insurance Regulation, Florida accounts for 9% of homeowner insurance claims in the country, and 79% of claims-related lawsuits filed.
Catastrophic losses such as Hurricane Andrew have driven many large national insurance companies out of the state, leaving Florida residents with fewer coverage options.
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The future of transportation in Clark County, and in particular the electrification of the sector, will be a hot topic in a panel discussion for experts and policy makers tonight in Las Vegas. The state is preparing for big bipartisan money Infrastructure Law Make its way to Nevada.
The focus will be on transportation, which generates more than a third of emissions, in Clark County and statewide, said Andrew Sierra, policy and regulatory director for the Nevada Conservation Federation.
“We’ve been able to secure millions of dollars in the next few years,” Sierra noted. “We will not go specifically towards our electric grid, but more specifically towards expanding the electric vehicle charger network nationwide.”
In recent years, Nevada Representatives have passed clean car standardsset goals Renewable energyjoin a Federal effort To phase out dirty trucks, and move ahead with plans for a high-speed train from Southern California.
Also today, Home Secretary Deb Halland is visiting Las Vegas to promote new renewable energy permits on federal land.
Justin Jones, Clark County Commissioner and Vice Chair of the Regional Transportation Commission, said the Clean Car Act prioritizes equity, so low-income families can switch to hybrid or all-electric vehicles.
“This bill would allow existing vehicles to be converted or allowed to replace their polluting vehicle with a clean vehicle,” Jones explained.
The panel discussion will take place at Moving, a company that plans to operate a fleet of driverless electric robots to transport people from the airport to the Vegas strip. In addition, The Boring Company is building vegas episode The tunnel, which will use electric trams to transport people around the city center. Domestic bus fleets are switching to electric and hydrogen fuel cell models.
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As summer approaches across Colorado, threats of wildfires, diminishing ice, and prolonged drought are weighing on the minds of many residents who cherish the state’s famous landscapes and wildlife.
Conservationists encourage people to reach out to their local land trusts to be part of the climate solution.
Conservation investment is critical to preserving the state’s vital resources and biodiversity, said Melissa Darona, executive director of the Keep it Colorado Group.
“Because it helps us protect the land and water and provide a habitat for wildlife,” said Daruna. “All of this creates more resilience, and helps protect us from the most severe impacts of climate change.”
Land trusts already operate, using a variety of tools, to protect both private and public natural and public lands across the state. Daruna points out that you don’t have to be a landowner to make a difference. To get in touch with a trust near you, follow the “Empowerment” link at keepitco.org.
a recent study It found that 83% of Colorado residents support a national climate change mitigation goal of protecting 30% of America’s land and water by 2030, but they don’t necessarily roll up their sleeves and get to work.
Darona emphasized that summer is the perfect time to get involved with your local land fund. There are plenty of volunteer and innovative fundraising opportunities.
“Buying tickets to go on easy hikes,” Darona explained. “It can feel like volunteering for a supervision project or a track restoration project.” “It can feel like buying food from a local ranch or a cattle ranch.”
Nearly nine out of 10 Colorados surveyed said the public official’s attitude to the environment matters. With the November midterm elections approaching, Darona added, it’s important that voters take action at the polls.
“Take a deep look at who they are most likely to represent going forward at the state and federal levels,” Darona urged. “Ensuring that they, too, these elected officials, represent the values of their constituents on the environment and on climate action.”
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On this Memorial Day, state and local leaders speak out – calling climate change the battle of our time – critical to national security.
Supporters Call President Joe Biden To invoke the Defense Production Act to accelerate the transition to renewable energy and phase out reliance on fossil fuels.
Culver City Mayor Daniel Lee is a veteran of the Air Force and California Air National Guard and currently serves as a project manager at the James Lawson Institute. He said the invasion of Ukraine was financed by Russian oil and gas.
“The war in Ukraine is a war of resources,” he told me. “The more the world no longer depends on Russian oil for electricity for heating or cooling, the less we are willing to engage in resource wars, and the more we can slow the effects of climate change.”
Russian oil and gas make up 40% of energy consumption in Europe, but countries are working to reduce this dependence as quickly as possible.
New Mexico Representative Debbie Sariniana-de-Albuquerque is also an Air Force veteran. She noted that climate change is fueling severe droughts and massive wildfires across the West — so leaders must act to slow the damage.
“We have people dying for our country,” Sariniana said. “And what kind of country do we live in, if climate change continues? Our planet cannot tolerate this much longer. We are just borrowing the world from our grandchildren.”
Five hundred state and local leaders, including Lee and Sariniana, have signed Petition from Elected Officials to Protect America. Calling on management to declare a climate emergency and implement a clean energy plan. Both serve as members of the group’s leadership council.
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