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Understanding and Managing Invasive Plant Species in Florida

Sep12

Understanding and Managing Invasive Plant Species in Florida Florida’s diverse ecosystems, mild winters, and international ports make it especially vulnerable to the introduction and spread of invasive plant species. These non-native plants can cause significant environmental harm, displacing native species, altering habitats, and impacting agricultural productivity. As a leading state for biodiversity, it’s crucial that Florida remains proactive in identifying and managing invasive plant species. Left unchecked, these species can overrun local habitats, choking out native plants and disrupting delicate ecological balances. What

Aug28

Florida Seagrasses: What You Need to Know from the TCC FAEP Workshop Hi everyone, First, I’d like to give a huge shout-out to the TCC FAEP Board of Directors for organizing their recent Seagrass Workshop. It’s initiatives like these that help keep our community informed and equipped with the latest techniques and best practices for environmental work in Florida. Whether you’re deep into the world of mitigation banking or just beginning to explore environmental efforts, understanding Florida seagrasses and their

Aug08

Navigating Florida’s Environmental Resource Permit Program In the state of Florida, authorizations are required for various activities such as construction or abandonment of wells, large volume water usage, development, stormwater management, and wastewater discharges. The Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Program plays a crucial role in regulating alterations to surface water flows, including activities generating stormwater runoff and dredging/filling in wetlands and other surface waters. Notably, the Water Management Districts (WMDs) oversee residential/commercial developments, roadway construction, and agriculture, while the Florida Department of Environmental

May14

The State of Florida’s Federal 404 of the Clean Water Act Program The State of Florida’s Federal 404 of the Clean Water Act Program plays a vital role in overseeing dredge and fill activities within state waters, encompassing a wide range of projects from residential to environmental restoration endeavors. On February 15, 2024, a federal court order was issued for the temporary rescinding of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)’s authority to issue Federal Section 404 permits. The State of Florida 404

May07

Protecting the Gopher Tortoise: Efforts to Safeguard a Florida Threatened Species Hello to all our valued readers and conservation enthusiasts, As the CEO of the Mitigation Banking Group, I am committed to promoting awareness and action towards the protection of Florida’s diverse wildlife. Today, I want to discuss a vital member of our ecosystem, the gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus), a species recognized as threatened in our state. Gopher Tortoise Day Recap We just celebrated Gopher Tortoise Day last month, but It’s never

May06

Combating the Burmese Python Threat in Florida’s Ecosystems Greetings to our dedicated followers and partners in environmental conservation, At the Mitigation Banking Group, we continually strive to support and highlight efforts that protect and restore our natural ecosystems. Today, I am drawing your attention to a critical issue affecting Florida’s biodiversity: the invasive Burmese python. The Growing Threat Florida’s lush landscapes are under siege by one of the most challenging invasive species to control—the Burmese python. These non-native snakes pose a significant threat to

Nov30

Dive into the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey’s vital role in avian conservation at the CFAEP luncheon and discover how their efforts are saving Florida’s raptors.