Important breaking news from Sierra Club Florida.
Don't Pump Sugar's Polluted Water Into Lake Okeechobee
August 8, 2012
Under the plan to boost water levels, untreated EAA run-off, laden with nitrogen, phosphorus, pesticides, and herbicides, would be pumped backwards into Lake Okeechobee.
Conservation, Wildlife, and Health Groups Seek Chemical Oil Dispersant Rulemaking
August 6, 2012
A coalition of conservation, wildlife and public health groups filed a citizen suit under the provisions of the Federal Clean Water Act to compel the EPA to issue a rule on chemical oil dispersants.
Settlement with EPA to Clean Florida's Dirty Air
July 28, 2012
A coalition of clean air advocates announced a settlement setting deadlines for the EPA to limit haze-causing air pollution from aging power plants and factories in Florida.
National Environmental CEOs Ask EPA to Reject Florida's Nutrient Standards
July 19, 2012
The growing numbers of toxic algae outbreaks in Florida and beyond demonstrates that the job of ending the pollution of the nation's waters is still far from complete.
Victory for Endangered Florida Panther and Sensitive Wetland Habitats
July 11, 2012
Wildlife protection groups applaud a federal district court decision that reinstates protection for wetlands and the habitat of critically endangered Florida panthers.
Sierra Club Statement on EPA Approval of State Plan to Improve Water Quality in Everglades
June 15, 2012
Sierra Club is pleased that the EPA and the state of Florida have agreed on a plan toward improving water quality in the Everglades, but still have major concerns.
Senator Rubio's Disastrous State Waters Partnership Act of 2012
June 13, 2012
Rubio's bill would put an end to the EPA's ability to develop numeric nutrient criteria to tackle this serious public health threat in the Sunshine State.
Florida Water Coalition Launches TV Ad During 'Summer Slime' Season
April 24, 2012
The ad explains that massive toxic algae blooms in Florida are fueled by industrial pollution, sewage, manure, and fertilizer.
National Academy of Sciences Report on EPA Pollution Limits Dismisses Exaggerated Cost Claims
March 6, 2012
It is time for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to come to the rescue of Florida's sick waters.
President Obama Signs Legislation Authorizing Everglades Skyway
December 23, 2011
The new bridges will join a one-mile bridge already under construction.