Florida’s natural areas (what we call Gems) face ever-increasing threats from rampant development, water pollution, and climate change, but investments in conservation and management can ensure healthy natural areas and communities for years to come. According to the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Florida welcomes nearly 1,000 new residents every day.
Advocates from around the state gathered in Captiva Island in January to discuss restoration of America’s Everglades at the 35th annual Everglades Coalition conference. The momentum continues on Tuesday, Feb. 11, as we join together for Everglades Action Day at the Capitol. At the Everglades Coalition conference, the tone was
Florida has a unique and remarkable network of rivers, streams, lakes, aquifers, and of course, our prized Everglades ecosystem. Unfortunately, President Trump is engaging in an all-out assault on our clean water safeguards. His administration has decided to gut vital Clean Water Act protections and move us backward on the
The New Year is a time for reflection, reset, and revitalization. Both personally and professionally, it’s a time to take a look inward and revisit our mission and long-term goals. At FCV, we envision a government that reflects the people it serves and lawmakers who vigorously fight for policies that
