Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Post

Check out the newest addition to our blog, The Catalyst, “Making connections to advance environmental justice: #WhatEJMeans2Me.” https://lnkd.in/eneYwyj9 The piece features an interview with Alecia Eubanks, assistant division director at the State of New Jersey Division of Family Development, to discuss the small steps human services professionals can take to better incorporate environmental justice in their work.

Have an opinion? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is interested in receiving public input relevant to environmental justice. Join us for an upcoming listening session to help DOE understand the potential impact of its vision, goals, priority actions, and metrics to address environmental justice. Click here to learn more and join the conversation. 👇🏾

The Louisiana Supreme Court has decided not to review the First Circuit Court of Appeal’s decision in Rise St. James v. LDEQ, effectively solidifying the ruling that environmental justice analysis is a component of the Louisiana Public Trust Doctrine. To understand how this could impact permitting in Louisiana, check out the blog by Liskow attorneys Clare Bienvenu, Greg Johnson, Cherrell Taplin, and Emily von Qualen on #TheEnergyLawBlog below. #EJ #EJinLA #publictrustdoctrine #environmentalpermitting #itfactors

Yes, bookmark and share widely!! This is a very useful resource for all things environmental justice. Check it out 👇🏽 #environmentaljustice #climatejustice #publichealth #chilbdren #sustainablefuture

I look forward to ensuring #transportation projects resonate with the needs and aspirations of #communities. Through open dialogue and #collaboration, we not only will enhance project outcomes but also cultivate a sense of ownership and inclusivity. #CommunityEngagement #publicinvolvement #environmentaljustice

Cool story alert! 📣 Check out the hands-on experience this first cohort of our undergraduate students in Skills for Policy Research and Analysis got last semester, culminating in a presentation of their findings and recommendations to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Read more about the class and what students had to say about it: https://lnkd.in/eErXSHW6. #undergraduate #policyresearch #policyanalysis #universityofpittsburgh

🏡✨ As real estate professionals, we understand the importance of regulations in protecting our environment. The recent legal battle over permitting authority in Florida highlights the delicate balance between progress and conservation. Here are some key takeaways: - Federal judge's decision sets the stage for further legal proceedings. - Florida Department of Environmental Protection faces challenges with permit applications. - Florida became the third state to receive permitting authority in 2020. - The legal dispute underscores the need for prompt appellate review. - Environmental organizations and business groups are actively involved in the case. Remember, our actions today shape the future of our communities and ecosystems. Let's stay informed, engaged, and advocate for responsible development practices. #RealEstate #EnvironmentalProtection #LegalUpdate #FloridaRegulations #CommunityDevelopment #ConservationEfforts

Climate change exposes inequities. Low-income communities face a disproportionate share of environmental hazards. The Barbara McDowell Public Interest Law Center and the Barbara McDowell Foundation tackle this challenge through litigation and legislative advocacy. We work to ensure ALL Americans have access to a healthy and safe environment. Join us in promoting environmental justice! Follow us to stay connected and learn how YOU can be a part of the solution! #EnvironmentalJustice #TheBarbaraMcDowellLawCenter #BarbaraMcDowellFoundation

Multiple operational tasks on one site = SimOps (Simultaneous Operations)….come learn about this and more through this Marcellus Shale Coalition training.

Here is a good local opportunity for some PDU’s on two interesting industry topics.