1000 Friends of Florida Interview
Americans are flocking to Florida for the sun and the lifestyle. But the state’s natural ecosystems are paying a heavy price. At the current rate of development, water demand will have more than doubled by 2070.
1000 Friends of Florida protects natural ecosystems most affected by overdevelopment, preserving special places and advocating for a sustainable future.
Find out why we cannot ignore the environmental impact of expanding urban spaces.
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March 10, 2021
How Can We Ensure Harmonious Development In America’s Sunshine State?
#147 Great.com Talks With... 1000 Friends of Florida
The coronavirus pandemic has firmly put the brakes on travel. It’s not all bad news, though. We now have a golden opportunity to reflect on the things we value most about our local community. Perhaps you are thankful for a nearby park, a favorite nature walk, or the wildlife you see when out and about? In this episode we talked with Haley Busch from 1000 Friends of Florida about the importance of conserving Florida’s vibrant and diverse natural and cultural heritage.
Preserving Old Florida in the Face of Pressure to Develop
Many don’t realise that Florida is awash with varied landscapes and ecosystems: swamplands, mangroves, prairies and flatland. 1000 Friends of Florida advocates for the conservation of these wild spaces and champions the development of sustainable and vibrant communities around them.
Haley explains that well-planned compact development can help us reduce the strain on vital resources. Paving over Mother Nature to accommodate a growing population threatens our life support system: the natural cycle that brings us fresh drinkable water and protects us from extreme weather. Rapid development has a tangible community impact, too. In the long-term, it overburdens local infrastructure like roads and schools.
Listen to the whole interview to find out about the advocacy work 1000 Friends of Florida is doing at the state level to limit the impact of M-CORES, 330 miles of planned toll roads that will cut through some of the state’s oldest natural ecosystems. You can also read more about the organization’s priorities and donate to help preserve Old Florida for future generations.
Want to learn more about 1000 Friends of Florida? You can check out their latest op eds and reports and follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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