Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection (General)

Fact Sheets

Help protect one of Florida’s most critical natural resources — our waters. Educate yourself
on the significant environmental impacts of pollution and debris which affect our ecosystem by
contaminating waterbodies, in turn, harming humans, wildlife and the economy. 

Educator Resources

Help protect one of Florida’s most critical natural resources — our waters.

Educate yourself on the significant environmental impacts of pollution and debris which affect
our ecosystem by contaminating waterbodies, in turn, harming humans, wildlife and the economy. 

To revive the health of Florida’s waterways, find ways to reduce waste to remove pollution from our waterways.

Florida’s pristine waters are like a beating heart, interconnected and vital to our ways of life. They serve many critical functions, foster diverse habitats for aquatic life and provide exceptional recreational activities. But what are we doing to help?  

Pollution is not just a concern for our lands. Litter and debris significantly contaminate our waterbodies and destroy our underwater ecosystems; further impacting the health of our interconnected community.