FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 21, 2023 Closed OGS-South Compartment Area. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is announcing the successful closure of the OGS-South compartment area – a major milestone toward …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 12, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis directed the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to undertake the removal of storm debris from waterways in the Big Bend region following Hurricane …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 13, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of $300 million in state funding from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for 71 new resilience and adaptation projects and three …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 23, 2023 ~ "Capture the Real Florida" for a Chance to Win a Grand Prize Valued Over $3,000 ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida's 175 state parks, trails and historic sites offer beautiful backdrops for recreational and …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 20, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Framework for Freedom Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, which includes over $3.8 billion for Florida’s environment and reinforces the state’s commitment to …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 20, 2023 ~ Budget reinforces state’s commitment to Everglades restoration, water quality protections, vital land acquisitions, and resilience of inland and coastal communities ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 14, 2023 ~Ten Florida children will receive a $1,000 scholarship as part of a Florida Prepaid sweepstakes~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Get ready, get outside! The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Florida State …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 31, 2023 Read what environmental leaders are saying about this comprehensive environmental protection legislation: “Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of House Bill 1379 marks a new day in prioritizing environmental preservation. …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 24, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the investment of more than $103 million to conserve nearly 40,000 acres across the state through the Florida Forever and Rural and …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 22, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – In honor of Earth Day 2023, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hosted a poster contest for students in the 4th to 12th grades. The art contest theme "How do you take care …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 28, 2023 ~Designated State Geological Sites showcase Florida's geological history and resources~ JENNINGS, Fla. – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has joined the Suwannee River Water Management District ( …
A water quality project designed to remove nutrients before they reach the Caloosahatchee River in Southwest Florida takes another crucial step forward. DEP and community leaders in Lehigh Acres recently celebrated the start of the Caloosahatchee River …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 14, 2023 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet invested more than $46.6 million to acquire five properties totaling 21,000 acres across the state that will be designated for conservation …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2023 Worthington’s marsh wren. Photo by Roxan Chicalo/FWC TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has acquired 565 remaining acres within the Tiger Island/Little Tiger Island Florida …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 13, 2023 ~At the conclusion of these assessments, all 67 counties in Florida will have completed a vulnerability assessment~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced the award …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2023 ~Governor's Framework for Freedom Budget Continues Historic Investments in Everglades Restoration, Water Quality Protections, Vital Land Acquisitions and Resilience of Coastal Communities~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2023 ~Stormwater and Wastewater Grant Applications Now Being Accepted for Review~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced a new funding opportunity for local governments …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 31, 2023 ~Applications will be accepted beginning Feb. 1, 2023~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Environmental (DEP) is launching the Hurricane Restoration Reimbursement Grant Program this week to help Floridians …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 26, 2023 Photo by Carlton Ward Jr./Wildpath. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has finalized the purchase of an 11,958-acre conservation easement in DeSoto and Hardee counties within …
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