New Twist In Laws Governing Wetlands
On the surface this may appear to be a good thing, but we get nervous when local authorities get control of fragile lands affecting our water resources. This because too often these people become greedy […]
Supreme Court Out of Control
President Joe Biden said the court’s decision defies science and undermines a law that has been used for a half-century to make American waters cleaner. Indeed this ruling ignores science because it disregards the […]
Lesson From Ian: Protect the Wetlands That Protect Us
“This development will foster a love for the environment.” “The city will maintain and expand a program to enhance public awareness of coastal and other natural resources in order to better understand the importance of […]
Ashley Moody, Destroyer of Wetlands
Not too surprising that the current leadership in Florida is much more interested in politics than in doing anything to help Florida’s environment. Even worse, instead of helping the situation, these narcissistic individuals take actions […]
The Importance of Wetlands
This interesting article shows that small, disconnected wetlands may be more effective in pollution control than larger areas. Unfortunately, they are easier to destroy by farmers and developers so may be the first to go. […]
Wetlands Are Indispensable
Many wetlands in Florida were drained years ago before scientists realized the crucial role they play in our ground water. Knowing what we do today, we must protect our wetlands with determination. We are particularly […]
New Gainesville Wetlands Park Slated to Open in 2026
Alachua County continues to provide leadership and foresight in conservation and planning for the future. We commend the City of Gainesville for the purchase of the land. The Gainesville Sun does not provide a […]
Alachua Hits Milestone in Protecting Drinking Water, Celebrates Natural Stormwater Management System
Happy news for our aquifer and water supply in North Florida. We are glad to see a worthwhile project come to fruition. And since this project does not directly threaten any agricultural endeavor or […]
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