Vol. 127 (2014): Proceedings of the Florida State Horticultural Society
Ornamental, Garden & Landscape

Watershed education: Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk Counties, Florida

B. J. Jarvis
UF/IFAS
L. Barber
UF/IFAS
L. Miller
UF/IFAS
S. McGee
UF/IFAS
M. Denny
Mississippi State University
2014 Proceedings Florida State Horticultural Society Volume 127

Published 2018-03-15

Abstract

Education is a key driver to effective water conservation, water quality awareness and behavior impacts, all top priorities for Florida’s stressed water resources. Population growth (estimated at 25% by 2020 to 21.8 million) means Florida will need 26.4% more water—an additional 9.1 billion gallons of fresh/potable water every day. Methods to protect water resources must take a variety of approaches starting with raising awareness.