Today, the Environmental Protection Agency has announced it has set standards for allowable nutrient pollution levels in Florida's waters.  The new rules will help reduce water pollution that causes harmful algae blooms.

From the EPA press release:

These new standards will become effective 15 months from now, allowing cities, towns, businesses, other stakeholders and the state of Florida a full opportunity to review the standards and develop strategies for implementation while Florida continues to recover from the current economic crisis.

Audubon will work with government agencies and regulated interests to control sources of nutrients including phosphorus and nitrogen.

Last week, Audubon released specific recommendations for the Lake Okeechobee Protection Plan, details of which are applicable to waters statewide. Please read our Factsheet for more information.