Tag: Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed the Safe Waterways Act, which was passed unanimously by the Florida Legislature.

An increasing population, outdated infrastructure and severe weather from a warming climate are the formula for a water crisis.

A permit for drilling in the Apalachicola River floodplain would trade North Florida's natural beauty for short-term economic gain.

The proposal comes amid continued interest in expanding oil production within the Big Cypress National Preserve.

The Apalachicola River system is magnificent in its natural state — the crown jewel of Florida’s natural resources.

Supporters are trying to put a 'Right to Clean and Healthy Waters' amendment to the Florida Constitution on the 2026 ...

Almost a quarter of Florida's land may be at greater risk of pollution or development, an Environmental Defense Fund analysis ...

The court ruled the EPA failed to ensure protection of endangered species when it handed over its permitting responsibility.

The Department of Environmental Protection awarded the funding from the Resilient Florida Program to assist six municipalities.

SB 738 and HB 789 would require those who fail in legal challenges to environmental permits to pay the winning ...