An increased population means an increased need for vital resources such as water. Florida’s population is expected to grow by 4.5 million new residents by 2030, residents that will consume approximately nine billion gallons of water each day. From a single glass of water to fueling Florida’s large agriculture economy, water discussions must take into account the needs of the future so sound policies can be enacted today.
Lawmakers Pass Legislation to Invest in Water Quality to Protect Florida’s En
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TALLAHASSEE, FL (March 11, 2020) – The Florida Chamber of Commerce applauds the Florida Legislature for passing a bill that will help protect Florida’s… Learn More
Investing in Water Quality Essential for Protecting Florida’s Environment, Re
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla (March 5, 2020) – With 4.5 million more Floridians expected to call Florida home between now and 2030, long-term investments in water… Learn More
State Budget News is Good for Environment and Infrastructure
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Florida Legislature to Begin State Budget Negotiations As we enter the final three weeks of the 2020 Legislative Session, lawmakers will soon begin budget… Learn More
Environmental Permitting Summer School
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Earn Continuing Education Credits at the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Premier Environmental Conference July 21-24 in Marco Island The Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School is… Learn More
Septic to Sewer Conversions in Florida Keys Have Improved Water Quality, and Sta
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TALLAHASSEE, FL (February 4, 2020) — Scientists, fishermen, and environmental leaders agree that the success of septic to sewer conversions in the Florida Keys… Learn More
Your Local Lake or River Could Sue You? Not On Our Watch
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Lawmakers Reject Extremist Efforts in Support of Environmental Stewardship The high cost of living in Florida’s bottom five legal climate means Sunshine State families… Learn More
Florida Chamber Releases 2020 Jobs Agenda
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FLORIDA CHAMBER’S 2020 JOBS AGENDA Keeping Florida’s Momentum Going and Predicting 200,000 New Jobs in 2020 “Making Florida more competitive is essential for job… Learn More
Bob Swindell: How to Ensure Florida Isn’t Left Behind
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Planning Today Will Ensure Florida’s Future Infrastructure is Ready for Tomorrow Bob Swindell, President of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance and Florida Chamber Foundation… Learn More
SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT: Florida’s First Resilience Officer
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Is Florida resilient? …And if not, what can we do about it? Surrounded by water, Florida is considered by some as ground zero for… Learn More
Florida’s Small Businesses Point to Workforce Quality as Top Concern Keeping
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Despite Concern, Job Creators Anticipate Higher Sales TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (October 22, 2019) — Even though Florida is outpacing the national average in jobs created,… Learn More
2019 Future of Florida Forum: Why You Want a Seat at the Table
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Florida Chamber of Commerce President Mark Wilson invites you to join Florida’s leaders as we discuss the issues that will impact the future of… Learn More
2020 Florida Business Leaders’ Summit on Prosperity and Economic Opportuni
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Did you know more than 3 million Floridians live in poverty? Of those, more than 260,000 are under age 5. Join business and industry… Learn More
ICYMI: Water Quality Issues Highlight Need to Address Local Water Pollution
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It’s poopy water, not sharks, that’s attacking Florida’s beaches.” (Palm Beach Post) TALLAHASSEE, FL (August 16, 2019) – The Florida Chamber of Commerce, as… Learn More
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces $16.2 Million in Awards to Improve Infrastructur
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Tallahassee, Fla. – On July 23, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $16.2 million in awards for 24 small and rural communities across the state through… Learn More
Latest Florida Chamber of Commerce Educational Water Videos Echoes Landmark Flor
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Tallahassee, Fla. (July 18, 2019) – On the heels of a landmark 30-year study of ailing Florida Keys coral showing nutrient-supercharged water from as far north as… Learn More
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