Clean megaprojects divide surprise group: environmentalists–
When I first heard about a new solar farm only a few miles from my home, I was excited and happy. But later when the project was discussed publicly at a townhouse, I was surprised […]
EARTH DAY Celebration at the Hampton CENTER FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE
This event was organized by OSFR board member Kristin Rubin. Our thanks to all our great volunteers w Comments by OSFR historian Jim Tatum. jim.tatum@oursantaferiver.org – […]
Alachua Conservation Trust’s Surface to Springs Project Awarded $7.1 Million by USDA
Our congratulations to Alachua Conservation Trust for the good work they do and the good news below. Jim Tatum Alachua Conservation Trust’s Surface to Springs Project Awarded $7.1 Million by USDA Lower Santa […]
Plan board approves solar project near Archer
This controversial proposal is one step closer to finalization. Environmentalists, who almost always support solar as clean energy, are divided on this issue. This weighs the issue of environmental justice vs. the possibility of […]
Join Us For Earth Day Celebration At Florida Coalition for Peace & Justice Sat. May 1, 2021
Come join us in Celebrating Earth Day at Hampton, Florida sponsored by Florida Coalition for Peace & Justice. We will be demonstrating through the use of our karst rock, that what goes on the […]
Solar farm will be a good neighbor
The proposed solar farm at a local site has drawn criticism from some environmentalists who view it as falling short of environmental justice. Comments by OSFR historian Jim Tatum. jim.tatum@oursantaferiver.org – A river is like […]
44th Annual Pioneer Days in High Springs, Visit OSFR Table, Sat., April 24, 2021
Please join us as we participate in our first tabling event since the Covid pandemic. We will have useful and important information about our springs and aquifer, and also information about Our Santa Fe […]
ACTION ALERT: Comment Today to Save the Okefenokee
Our Santa Fe River retains membership in various coalitions of non-profit organizations to try to bolster strength in unity to help protect natural systems that bear on the vitality and sustainability of our spring shed […]
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