Solar energy and sustainable practices are setting records across America and the state of Florida as demand for renewable resources continues to grow. As part of an on-going effort in environmental stewardship for Sarasota County, Children First is working to create a more sustainable future through a cross-sector partnership, Partners for Green Places (PGP). Launched in … [Read more...] about Children First Creates Sustainable Future Through Cross-Sector Partnership
Environmental, Parks, Agriculture
Part Two How We Got Started
Urban E Recylcing Continued: Here is what happened, my version. Greg scoured the local ads for a warehouse that would fit our needs. He came across the perfect warehouse space, with the use of a forklift and loading dock. 500 square feet of open space. After the purchase of a small scale, a few pallets, and Gaylord boxes, we were in business. Me? I always knew there was … [Read more...] about Part Two How We Got Started
Annual Sarasota County “TreeQuest” scavenger hunt helps celebrate Florida Arbor Day
Media contact: Dr. Marguerite Beckford, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County commercial horticulture agent, 941-861-9825 ormbeckford@scgov.net. SARASOTA COUNTY — In celebration of Florida Arbor Day on Jan. 21, Sarasota County invites the community to once again journey on a "TreeQuest" at select county parks. Now in its fifth year, the “TreeQuest” scavenger … [Read more...] about Annual Sarasota County “TreeQuest” scavenger hunt helps celebrate Florida Arbor Day
Conservation Foundation protects over 48 acres in Sarasota County
OSPREY, FL (January 13, 2022) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast announces the permanent protection of 48.44 acres next to the Celery Fields in Sarasota County. Adjacent to the east of the Celery Fields hill, the conservation of this land helps protect the natural environment and preserve the rural character of the area, enriching the community through its proximity to … [Read more...] about Conservation Foundation protects over 48 acres in Sarasota County
District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Hernando County
Setting prescribed fires in controlled settings can reduce the risk of wildfires burning out of control, as many Floridians witnessed during the state’s wildfire emergency in 2017. That’s why the Southwest Florida Water Management District(District) will be conducting prescribed burns January through March at Annutteliga Hammock and Weekiwachee Preserve in … [Read more...] about District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Hernando County