Fighting for Drinkable, Fishable, Swimmable Water
Since 1995
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Waterways around the world are under attack by pollution and mismanagement. Southwest Florida is no different.
Calusa Waterkeeper is focused on several local action items as well as regional and national issues affecting our water policy and quality of lives.
We think you’ll agree, these are causes worth fighting for.
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Recent News
Advocates Push for Fixes as Critically Important Seagrass Continues to Vanish
When legislation that would have let developers destroy seagrass in exchange for mitigation credits died with Florida’s 2022 session last month, many environmental advocates were relieved. What Calusa Waterkeeper John Cassani wants to know; “If water quality decline underlies seagrass loss, then why would continual planting change anything?”
Advocates Working to Change the State Constitution to Ensure Floridians have a Right to Clean Water
A group of clean water advocates has announced a drive to get the “Right to Clean and Healthy Waters” added as a state constitutional amendment on the 2024 ballot. To qualify, the amendment needs 891,589 signed and verified petitions.
Calusa Waterkeeper Finds High Levels of Bacteria in Billy’s Creek
Billy’s Creek isn’t clearing up after years of problems. The Calusa Waterkeeper says there’s a high level of contamination in areas known for being a health concern. Every time anyone touches this polluted water they’re at risk.