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Environment & Climate

Southwest Florida’s environment is our greatest asset. From Fort Myers Beach to the Everglades, we must protect what makes this region special — and our economy depends on it.

  • Combat red tide and toxic discharges into the Caloosahatchee River with federal investment in water quality infrastructure
  • Protect our Gulf coastline from the impacts of climate change and rising sea levels threatening Sanibel, Captiva, and Marco Island
  • Support clean energy jobs that grow our economy while reducing emissions
  • Strengthen hurricane preparedness and disaster relief — Lee County families are still rebuilding from Ian