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Executive Summary. The accelerated warming of the global climate may seem like a remote concern to most Floridians. In fact, global warming presents the state with serious challenges— challenges that threaten human health, economic prosperity, and treasured natural areas. Over several decades, changes in sea level, average temperature, and weather will affect coastal property and beaches, water resources, agriculture, and
ecosystems. In short, global warming has the potential to affect everything that defines Florida today. This report is a synthesis of current scientific knowledge about the anticipated effects of global warming on Florida. Prepared by leading research scientists at universities across the state, it draws on global, national, and local studies to better understand Florida’s specific vulnerabilities. It is intended as a tool for Florida’s leaders to make the best possible choices today to preserve Florida’s threatened prosperity for tomorrow. The research indicates that global warming will dramatically change the state of Florida.