Florida's New Climate Change Law
Florida introduces a new law that makes climate change a lesser priority, bans offshore wind turbines, and reduces regulations on gas pipelines. Democrats criticize the law for ignoring the threat of climate change in the state.
Key Points
- Florida's new law removes the phrase 'climate change' from statutes
- The law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis will come into effect in July
- Critics argue that the law undermines efforts to combat climate change
- Florida has faced record-breaking heat waves and coastal degradation
Pros
- Bans offshore wind turbines
- Reduces regulations on gas pipelines
Cons
- Makes climate change a lesser priority
- Ignores the threat of climate change in Florida