Florida residents can participate in the International Coastal Cleanup - September 19, 2009

Florida residents can participate in the International Coastal Cleanup - September 19, 2009

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Florida Environmental Public Health Tracking Network

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) announced today the launch of the Florida Environmental Public Health Tracking Network.  Press Release

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Boas and pythons are unwanted pests

Wekiwa Springs State Park will be holding a special event in Florida on Sunday, July 26, 2009, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m about protecting Florida’s native species from unwanted guests like boas and pythons.
You can visit the park page for more details or call (407) 884 2008.

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New plant to research ways to make environmentally friendly versions of petroleum products

New plant to research ways to make environmentally friendly versions of petroleum products according to press release from University of Florida.

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Be on the look out for jellyfish

The St. Johns River Water Management District has asked asked that sightings of a exotic jellyfish invader that has returned to the Indian River Lagoon be reported. Full story.

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Florida’s most famous rivers can be protected practicing water conservation

June is being recognized as Florida Rivers Month.   

“From our rivers and streams, to our lakes, aquifer and coastal waters, Florida is blessed with some of the world’s most magnificent waterbodies,” said Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Michael W. Sole. “We remain committed to restoring and protecting our precious waterways, and encourage all residents and visitors to do their part in protecting our waters.” 

Famous rivers in Florida include the Suwannee River, Apalachicola River and the St. Johns River. Florida Department of Environmental Protection

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Take the Florida Clean Boater Pledge

Florida boaters can take the clean boater pledge in an effort to preserve Florida waterways.

Clean boaters pledge to:

As a Clean Boater I Pledge To:

  • Keep Florida’s waterways free of trash and recycle.
  • Practice proper fueling techniques.
  • Use pumpout facilities.
  • Support Florida Clean Marinas, Clean Boatyards and Clean Marine Retailers whenever possible.
  • Promote clean boating habits and the Clean Boater program to fellow boaters.
  • Remember that a clean environment ALWAYS starts with ME.

To sign the pledge card and receive additional information visit the Florida Clean Boater Program webpage.

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Website provides detailed information on St. John River algal blooms

Interested persons can visit this website which  provides detailed information on St. John River algal blooms .

St. Johns River Water Management District

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Florida residents can calculate personal or family’s greenhouse gas emissions

Florida residents can calculate personal or family’s greenhouse gas emissions by using the EPA’s online calculator.

EPA calculator

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Peghorn Nature Park and Trail in St. Cloud Earth Day Event

Osceola County Recycling Division is celebrating Earth Day this year with a four-day event at Peghorn Nature Park and Trail in St. Cloud April 22-25.Event Details

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