Improving water quality, underwater plants, and wildlife show Lake Apopka is recovering
Lake Apopka in Florida is experiencing a recovery in water quality and wildlife. Restoration efforts have led to improved water clarity and the return of native vegetation and wildlife.
Florida’s water policy remains center stage
Florida’s water policy and investment in water quality and quantity are crucial for the state’s growth and environment. The 2023 Florida Water Forum will address these critical issues.
Fungible Assets Offset Environmental Impact
Mitigation banking utilizes fungible assets to offset environmental impact, providing a market-based solution that balances human health, biodiversity, and sustainability.
Water Consumption in the Face of PFAS
The Florida PFAS Coalition has recommended strategies for addressing water contamination by “Forever Chemicals,” including the formation of a response team and testing private wells near suspected contamination zones.
Impact of New Florida Stormwater Regulations
New Florida stormwater regulations in will bring significant changes to stormwater management practices, requiring developers and engineers to meet enhanced standards for water quality protection.
Polk Regional Water Cooperative – Your Questions Answered
Polk County in Florida is facing water supply challenges due to increasing withdrawals from the aquifer. The Polk Regional Water Cooperative is working on alternative water supply projects to meet future demand.
Is it time to revisit the enforcement of sanitary sewer overflows?
Sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) can have significant water quality impacts but should enforcement be revisited for minimal discharges that don’t reach surface water bodies?
2023 District Sea Level Rise and Flood Resiliency Plan Finalized
The South Florida Water Management District has finalized its 2023 District Sea Level Rise and Flood Resiliency Plan to address the impacts of rising sea levels and extreme weather events.
SWFWMD Using a Moth to Battle Invasive Old World Climbing Fern
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is using a moth to combat the invasive Old World climbing fern, which threatens the Green Swamp. Bio-control organisms are also being introduced.
Jimmy Buffett: Singer, Songwriter & Everglades Advocate
Jimmy Buffett, singer, songwriter, and Everglades advocate, passed away at the age of 76. He was passionate about restoring and protecting America’s Everglades and Florida’s waterways. Governor Ron DeSantis ordered flags at half-staff to honor him.
Upcoming episodes of the Florida Specifier Podcast and Water for Fighting
For the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Ryan Matthews and Brett Cyphers will be discussing legislative priorities with Representatives Bobby Payne and Toby Overdorf. They’ll also cover the contentious Waters of the United States (WOTUS) case, its aftermath, and the road ahead with a former EPA general counsel and a surprise guest. They’ll also be putting […]
PFAS Source Management Study Could Resonate in Florida
Two field pilot studies on PFAS source management showed significant reduction in PFAS soil leachate concentrations using a new colloidal activated carbon amendment.
