Current Events
News Release - State Urged to Prioritze CoastalaAnd Ocean Resource Protection. Click here to view.
FCOC releases the 2009 coastal and ocean policy report card. Click here to view.
FCOC is proud to announce a series of podcasts discussing the 2009 Report Card as well as coastal and ocean issues. Click here to view a list of current podcasts.
The Florida Coastal and Ocean Coalition would like to welcome 1,000 Friends of Florida as the newest steering committee member.
Please join us in welcoming Lindsey Pickel as our new Coordinator. Please feel free to contact her by clicking here.
Mission Statement
To promote state and, when appropriate, federal action to curb unwise coastal development and protect coastal and marine habitats, implement and enforce coastal and ocean pollution laws, protect marine ecosystems, ensure robust and plentiful fisheries and marine species, reduce global warming pollution, and strengthen coastal and ocean governance in Florida.
2009 Report Card
Florida’s coast is an essential component of the state’s identity and wellbeing. With 8,500 miles of tidally influenced coastline and 825 miles of sandy beaches, much of Florida’s economy is dependent upon its coastal environment. This environment, however, is facing enormous threats, including unwise coastal development, pollution, offshore drilling, overfishing and destructive fishing practices, lack of a comprehensive management system, and global warming. Actions must be taken now to counteract these threats or the health and welfare of Florida may be damaged beyond repair.
Click here to view the 2009 Report Card
