Few places on Earth are as defined by water as Florida. Our rivers, bays, and coasts provide not only drinking water and outstanding outdoor recreation but critical fish and wildlife habitat. The protection of this precious resource is vital for ourselves, our economy, and indeed all life.
Protecting Waters for the Future of Florida
Safeguarding the Flow
Florida’s water resources are under increasing pressure as our population grows and development expands. Our waters provide a multi-billion economic driver, from tourism to boating, recreational and commercial fishing. But from the Panhandle to South Florida, our rivers, springs, lakes, and oceans, face challenges that threaten both wildlife and Floridians alike.
Florida coastlines contain the estuaries that are the nurseries of the sea, and our oceans provide one-third of the nation’s seafood—yet projects like dredging threaten essential habitats. At the heart of our state, overuse of water depletes our aquifers, while pollution from urban runoff, agriculture, and industrial sources threatens water quality.
By preserving conservation lands and restoring essential waterways, we can protect water quality, provide critical habitat for wildlife, and ensure the survival of Florida’s diverse aquatic species. Together, we can secure a future where clean, abundant water supports people, wildlife, and the ecosystems we all depend on.
Florida's waters need your help
Florida’s waters—including the Everglades, beaches, springs, and rivers—are vital treasures. Help us protect these irreplaceable ecosystems for future generations.
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