Construction, fracking, simple everyday items - The demand for sand is continuously increasing but the resources are finite. The excessive consumption of sand had led to a point that the world is now facing a scarcity in sand, but do we know how concerning the situation is? Let’s try to put our finger on it... Full Article Here
Miami Beach Denied Emergency Funding for Beach Renourishment
Despite severe beach erosion after Hurricane Irma, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers determined Miami Beach was not eligible for emergency funds to replenish the beach. This week, Miami Beach Commissioners passed a resolution urging the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Miami-Dade County to address the issue which they say has worsened as a result of new sand loss from severe weather since March 1 and seasonal high wave activity. - By Susan Askew Full article here
How Hurricane Irma blew away the beach in Miami Beach
Hurricane Irma smacked Miami Beach’s shoreline with enough wind and rain to reshape some of the water’s edge, including washing away chunks of sand from a recently completed $11.5 million beach widening project. - by Joey Flechas, Miami Herald Click Here
Is Miami Beach Doomed?
Miami Beach could be underwater this century. Video Here
US has OK to study bringing Bahamas sand to Florida beaches
An end to the ban on foreign sand is only part of any solution that would allow use of Bahamian sand. Click Here
The World Is Running Out of Sand
It’s one of our most widely used natural resources, but it’s scarcer than you think. Click Here
Shrinking Shores
Florida sand shortage leaves beaches in a lurch Click Here
SAND'S END
Miami Beach has run out of sand. Now What? Click here
Why Restore Beaches?
Over 485 miles, or approximately 59% of Florida's beaches, are experiencing erosion. Click here