The Gulf of Mexico adapted from NASA satellite imagery.
Florida depends on the Gulf of Mexico for much of its economy and character and for the ecological services provided by the ninth largest water body in the world. For these reasons, Florida, the other four U.S. Gulf of Mexico States, and Mexico partner to protect its health through the Gulf of Mexico Alliance. This historic regional partnership program will help the Nation to manage the Gulf and sustain its abundance for years to come.
The Second Governors' Action Plan, released in June, 2009.
Florida is actively contributing and benefiting from participation in the Gulf Alliance which is a group of dedicated researchers, educators and managers from dozens of state agencies throughout the Gulf, 13 federal agencies, non-profits, universities, citizens and others. Through the identification and creation of issue teams, the Gulf Alliance began in 2005 to "strengthen our response to common challenges."
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Learn more about the Gulf of Mexico Alliance by watching this 6-minute video.
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Local Governments Take Action
Many on the ground actions and important decisions occur at the city and county levels. That's why the city of Naples' Natural Resources Manager, Mike Bauer, addressed over 200 Alliance partners at the Gulf of Mexico Alliance meeting in Mobile, Alabama in August 2009. Bauer spoke about the city's work to clean up polluted waters and restore oyster and mangrove habitats - among other steps the city has taken to promote a healthy Gulf. Hear his speech and read the full article ...
This project was funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Gulf of Mexico Program, under Assistance Agreement Number MX-964795 awarded to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The contents of this document do not necessarily represent the views and policies of the Environmental Protection Agency, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute an endorsement or recommendation.
Did you know barrier islands protect coastal communities? How many species of sea turtles call the Gulf of Mexico "home"? Click here to find these answers and more by listening to our Gulf of Mexico Minute Podcasts, currently airing on WGCU Radio in Southwest Florida. Read More
Florida depends on the Gulf of Mexico for much of its economy and character and for the ecological services provided by the ninth largest water body in the world. For these reasons, Florida, the other four U.S. Gulf of Mexico States, and Mexico partner to protect its health through the Gulf of Mexico Alliance. This historic regional partnership program will help the Nation to manage the Gulf and sustain its abundance for years to come.
This project was funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Gulf of Mexico Program, under Assistance Agreement Number MX-964795 awarded to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The contents of this document do not necessarily represent the views and policies of the Environmental Protection Agency, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute an endorsement or recommendation.
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Did you know barrier islands protect coastal communities? How many species of sea turtles call the Gulf of Mexico "home"? Click here to find these answers and more by listening to our Gulf of Mexico Minute Podcasts, currently airing on WGCU Radio in Southwest Florida.
