Florida Sea GrantFlorida Sea Grant is a university-based program that supports research, education and extension to conserve coastal resources and enhance economic opportunities for the people of Florida. We are a partnership between the Florida Board of Education, NOAA, and Florida's citizens and governments. |
Marine Resources CouncilFor over 25 years, the MRC has focused on coastal issues involving the Indian River Lagoon of east-central Florida - North America's most biodiverse estuary. The MRC works with 6 counties from north of Cape Canaveral to northern Palm Beach County, an area including 33 cities. |
Florida Center for Environmental StudiesThe Florida Center for Environmental Studies is a state university research center that was established in July 1994 by Florida’s State University System’s Board of Regents. FCES’ mission has been to facilitate and coordinate environmental research and education efforts in tropical and sub-tropical water-dominated freshwater, estuarine and coastal ecosystems of Florida. |
Space Coast Climate Change InitiativeSpace Coast Climate Change Initiative represents a diverse group of local stakeholders who believe local governments should implement plans, policies, and/or programs to address global climate change.
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Florida Wildlife FederationFWF, the State Chapter of the National Wildlife Federation, is a leader in promoting the conservation, restoration, and wise use of Florida's natural resources, so that present and future Floridians may live, work and pursue traditional outdoor activities in a sustainable environment. |
Southern Alliance for Clean EnergyFounded in 1985, SACE has been a leading voice for energy reform to protect quality of life in the SE US for >25 years. SACE is the only regional organization primarily focused on developing clean energy solutions throughout the Southeast. |
East Central Florida Regional Planning CouncilThe East Central Florida Regional Planning Council was established in 1962 as an area-wide association of local governments serving the six counties of Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Volusia. The Council provides a forum where members and leaders can discuss complex regional issues and set regional goals and objectives. |
Florida Keys National Marine SanctuaryThe Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is one of the flagship marine protected areas within the U.S. National Marine Sanctuary program. Through planning, research, and outreach, the FKNMS is working to stay ahead of many dynamic challenges at the juncture of the Caribbean and North America. |
Stronger Safer FloridaStronger Safer Florida is a nonpartisan coalition comprised of business, consumer and environmental groups throughout Florida. The coalition believes that by returning Citizens Property Insurance Corp. back to the insurer of last resort and “right-sizing” the Fl. Hurricane Catastrophe Fund, we can better protect all Floridians as well as environmentally sensitive areas throughout the state. |
US Fish & Wildlife ServiceThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is a bureau within the Department of the Interior. Our mission is to work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. |
Gulf & Caribbean Fisheries InstituteSince 1947, GCFI has promoted information exchange on marine resource use and management in the Greater Caribbean via major annual conferences, proceedings, and technical reports. |
Mote Marine LaboratoryMote Marine Laboratory has been a leader in marine research since 1955. Today, we incorporate public outreach as a key part of our mission. Mote is an independent nonprofit organization and has over seven centers for marine research and education.
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NOAAThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is a federal agency focused on the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere. It's mission is “to understand and predict changes in the Earth’s environment and conserve and manage coastal and marine resources to meet our nation’s economic, social and environmental needs". |
Sea Turtle ConservancyThe STC, founded by Dr. Archie Carr & others in 1959, ensure's the survival of sea turtles across the Caribbean basin and Atlantic through research, education, and protection of the natural habitats on which they depend. |
Rutgers Institute of Marine & Coastal SciencesRutgers Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences (IMCS) is a world-class oceanographic research institute dedicated to discovering and communicating exciting and critical science about our planet for the benefit of society. Our philosophy emphasizes the importance of understanding the processes that govern change and sustainability in the world’s oceans to best use and protect our marine and coastal resources. |
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