Environmental policy team releases new wetlands storymap and panther dashboard
We are pleased to announce that our new Wetland Loss Storymap is available on our website. Wetlands are among the most valuable ecosystems in the world, and Florida has the…
Proposed Mitigation Banks bill would expedite wetland destruction
Written by SCCF Environmental Policy Staff and reprinted with permission HB 1175/SB 492, Mitigation Banks, is a bill that, if passed, will expedite wetland destruction across the state and cause…
The 40th Annual Everglades Coalition Conference
The Conservancy was pleased to sponsor and participate in the 40th annual Everglades Coalition Conference, “Reflections on Progress and Opportunities,” which was held from January 30 to February 1, 2025, at…
“Tour de Sprawl” reveals need to protect panther habitat
By Amber Crooks, Senior Environmental Policy Advisor, Conservancy of Southwest Florida On January 15, 2025, the Sierra Club hosted an event to educate the news media about critical decisions regarding…
Take Action Now to Protect the Panther Refuge from Encroaching Development
Connectivity: it can be life or death for the endangered Florida panther in the Greater Western Everglades. In Collier County, there are two important major corridors used by wildlife, especially large…
Stand With Us to Preserve the Greater Western Everglades
Written by Amber Crooks, Environmental Policy Manager “Hey guys, check this out!” My friend called out from beyond the campsite. Stepping into the open meadow, we saw what she was…
Act now to protect the Greater Western Everglades
Critical wetland flowway and wildlife corridor at risk The Conservancy of Southwest Florida and our partners continue to push back against large development proposals that impact our water, our land,…
Preserving Paradise with Nature-Based Solutions
By Carrie Schuman, Principal Climate Resilience Specialist Without a doubt, the average Floridian is becoming well-acquainted with amplifying hurricane intensity, flooding from multiple sources including sea level rise, and excessively…
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida announces support for the Right to Clean and Healthy Waters Amendment initiative
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is pleased to announce our support for the Right to Clean and Healthy Waters Amendment initiative. The full text of the proposed amendment can be…
