“Everglades restoration has seen document funding below Gov. Ron DeSantis, and the {dollars} allotted by the state legislature will proceed the progress that’s being made,” mentioned Everglades Basis (EF) CEO Eric Eikenberg.
The Florida Legislature, passing its fiscal yr 2026-27 price range with $638 million for restoring the Everglades, consists of funding wanted to finish the state’s portion of the Everglades Agricultural Space (EAA) Reservoir.
“This price range will proceed to maneuver Everglades restoration ahead, investing $638 million within the Everglades, a essential $1 trillion asset, mentioned the inspiration.
The EAA Reservoir has been referred to as the crown jewel of Everglades restoration, which helps the water circulation from north to south and its 5 years forward of schedule.
EF praised Gov. DeSantis for his management on restoration when he fulfilled the guarantees he made in two separate govt orders in the beginning of every of his phrases.
{Dollars} supported by the governor’s workplace has exceeded historic funding ranges and set data with billions invested in Everglades restoration and water high quality initiatives over his two phrases.
