Nutrients

SB 712 the “Clean Waterways Act” falls far short to reverse the decline of our state’s waterways

Jul 1, 2020 | Nutrients

Governor DeSantis recently signed into law SB 712 – the self-proclaimed “Clean Waterways Act”. However, the bill falls far short of resolving Florida’s mounting water quality problems. Supporters praise the bill as one of the most environmentally progressive...

20 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day and Water Everyday!

Apr 20, 2020 | Nutrients, River Friendly

1. Take the first step: Calculate your Ecological Footprint. Learn how you can reduce your footprint or impact on the world by implementing River Friendly practices at home. 2. Vote for clean water. Not just vote, but make sure your elected leaders know that...

River Report Raises Water Quality Red Flags: Elevated Levels of Pollution and Saltwater Intrusion Cause for Alarm

Sep 16, 2019 | Bacteria, Habitat Loss and Degradation, Nutrients, Pollutants, Wetland Impacts

The 12th annual State of the River Report for the Lower St. Johns River Basin was recently released by a team of academic researchers from Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, Florida Southern College and West Chester University. This annual report...

Waterkeepers Florida Launch Moms for Clean Water Campaign Inspired by Florida’s First Lady

Jun 24, 2019 | Nutrients

Moms for Clean Water campaign: FloridaMomsForCleanWater.org. Earlier this year, First Lady Casey DeSantis made a powerful statement: “We feel an obligation as parents and we feel we should work on behalf of all the parents of this great state to make sure their...

Don’t Feed the Algae!

Apr 29, 2019 | Nutrients

Algae bloom in Palatka, FL 4/2019 | Photo by Sam Carr Attend one of our Know Your Green | Evening Talks: DeLand | June 26 Invite us to come speak to your neighborhood or civic group on algae. Email kelly@stjohnsriverkeeper.org to set up a Know Your Green talk. Algae...

Ask Governor DeSantis for a Moratorium on Sewage Sludge!

Feb 1, 2019 | Nutrients

The algae in Blue Cypress Lake contains microcystin at a rate of 4,700 parts per billion. Levels above 10 parts per billion are considered hazardous to humans. Photo: Barb Burr This week’s release of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)...

Vote For the River!

Jan 31, 2019 | Nutrients

Credit: Johnny Milano for The New York TimesThe runoff election for Jacksonville City Council will be on May 14, 2019. Voters need to know which candidates will make the St. Johns a priority and lead the charge to address the problems that degrade our...

Vote for the River: Candidate Survey and Pledge

Jan 30, 2019 | Nutrients

Jacksonville is holding the general election for City Council on May 14, 2019. Voters need to know which candidates will make the St. Johns a priority and lead the charge to address the problems that degrade our river's health. As a result, St....

2018 By the Numbers

Jan 12, 2019 | Nutrients

We are sincerely grateful for your commitment and membership support. Because of you, our St. Johns River has a strong voice and a dedicated team of passionate professional advocates working tirelessly every day for its protection. With your help, we are making...

Groups Urge Action to Stop JEA Pollution

Dec 12, 2018 | Nutrients

Image credit: JEAFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 12, 2018 JEA DISCHARGING POLLUTION INTO GROUNDWATER AND ST. JOHNS Groups Urge Immediate Action to Stop Pollution and Revise Permit Jacksonville, FL — Sierra Club and St. Johns RIVERKEEPER today submitted technical...