Miami Waterkeeper

Miami Waterkeeper Giving south Florida's water, environment, and community a champion, an advocate, and a voice.

We protect the water you love by advocating for resilient solutions grounded in science, rooted in nature, and driven by community, safeguarding our precious waterways, and finding local resilient solutions to global problems.

The Sand Bypass Project at Port Everglades is putting our reef at risk. So Miami Waterkeeper and partners (tagged below)...
05/29/2026

The Sand Bypass Project at Port Everglades is putting our reef at risk. So Miami Waterkeeper and partners (tagged below) are taking legal action.

Broward County is digging a pit the size of roughly eight football fields for beach renourishment.

Why are we concerned? The reef around Port Everglades has some of the last thriving staghorn corals left in the state. And we know the impact that dredging projects can have on reefs. Ten years ago, AT LEAST 278-acres of reef was buried in sediment during the PortMiami dredging project, and it was never fixed. We cannot allow history to repeat itself.

Read the full press release: https://www.miamiwaterkeeper.org/press-release-noi-sand-bypass

Tap the last link in our bio to take action.

Partners: Center for Biological Diversity, Florida Wildlife Federation, Earthjustice , DEMA

Meet the Blue-striped Grunt. Commonly seen in Biscayne Bay, this species gets its name from the grunting sounds they mak...
05/27/2026

Meet the Blue-striped Grunt. Commonly seen in Biscayne Bay, this species gets its name from the grunting sounds they make by grinding their teeth.

Swipe for some more fun facts 👉

Want to help protect their habitat? Tap the link in bio to get involved.

Soon, we’ll be publishing a Stormwater Report Card for Miami-Dade County.Today, we’re covering the basics. What is storm...
05/26/2026

Soon, we’ll be publishing a Stormwater Report Card for Miami-Dade County.

Today, we’re covering the basics. What is stormwater? What does it carry? Where does it go? How does it harm humans and wildlife?

Follow us to make sure you don’t miss the report.

Miami Waterkeeper is heading to federal court, challenging the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s approval of Florida Power...
05/22/2026

Miami Waterkeeper is heading to federal court, challenging the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s approval of Florida Power & Light’s Turkey Point license extension.

We’re not against nuclear energy. We’re against operating nuclear power plants without a full consideration of coming climate risks.

FPL wants to run the Turkey Point nuclear reactor for decades longer—but it’s already contaminating groundwater and posing major environmental risks.

Sign the petition and read our full press release at the link in bio.

As we head to federal court, we’re revisiting Dr. Rachel Silverstein’s op-ed in the Miami Herald—published on February 2...
05/19/2026

As we head to federal court, we’re revisiting Dr. Rachel Silverstein’s op-ed in the Miami Herald—published on February 23, 2025. The issues we raised then have still not been addressed.

Read the full op-ed and sign the petition at the link in bio.

You have a right to be informed about the quality of your local water. 💧Every week, Miami Waterkeeper’s team of dedicate...
05/15/2026

You have a right to be informed about the quality of your local water. đź’§

Every week, Miami Waterkeeper’s team of dedicated water quality technicians tests more than 30 popular waterfront sites throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties for bacteria levels. We report all of our findings on social media, on our website, and in the easy-to-use Swim Guide App — helping you know whether your favorite beaches and waterways are safe to enjoy.

Over 159,000 people have viewed our results via Swim Guide this year!

đź“Ť Miami-Dade County (18 sites): Bacterial levels were typically higher at sites located closer to canal systems.

đź“Ť City of Fort Lauderdale (15 sites): Bacterial levels were consistently higher at sites located further inland; sites closer to the inlet generally showed lower bacterial levels.

Read the full 2025 Annual Report: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/miamiwaterkeeper/pages/4669/attachments/original/1776891637/2025-MWK-Annual-Report-Small.pdf?1776891637

Sunrise Bay is located within the Coral Ridge neighborhood and adjacent to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Designated by t...
05/14/2026

Sunrise Bay is located within the Coral Ridge neighborhood and adjacent to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Designated by the City of Fort Lauderdale as a Watersports Activity Area, this spot supports activities such as water skiing, tubing, kneeboarding, and wakeboarding. 🏄‍♀️

Its proximity to the city's "Central Park" — a biodiverse refuge that is home to gopher tortoises, nature trails, and boat access from the Intracoastal Waterway — makes Sunrise Bay a key location for understanding how recreation and natural habitats intersect. Monitoring this area helps protect public health as well as the ecological integrity of a cherished urban waterway.

đź“Š In 2025:
49 tests performed
67% met recreational water quality standards
2,247 Swim Guide views

Read the full 2025 Annual Report: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/miamiwaterkeeper/pages/4669/attachments/original/1776891637/2025-MWK-Annual-Report-Small.pdf?1776891637

INTERN SPOTLIGHT: Meet Lauren Novorska — our Education & Outreach and Policy Intern!Lauren embodies the spirit of public...
05/12/2026

INTERN SPOTLIGHT: Meet Lauren Novorska — our Education & Outreach and Policy Intern!

Lauren embodies the spirit of public service with her remarkable ability to bridge policy and community engagement. From crafting public comments and analyzing Miami-Dade County’s 2024–2025 budget to energizing our Junior Ambassador programs, Lauren seamlessly integrates complex policy work with grassroots education initiatives.

Her dedication and multifaceted capabilities make her invaluable in advancing our mission through both policy advocacy and community outreach. 🙌

Thank you, Lauren, for your passion, leadership, and commitment to protecting the water we love.

Read the full 2025 Annual Report: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/miamiwaterkeeper/pages/4669/attachments/original/1776891637/2025-MWK-Annual-Report-Small.pdf?1776891637

We are deeply grateful to the Lynn & Louis Wolfson II Family Foundation for funding our new media studio — a dedicated c...
05/11/2026

We are deeply grateful to the Lynn & Louis Wolfson II Family Foundation for funding our new media studio — a dedicated creative hub that brings our mission to life through storytelling, design, and community engagement.

This space allows us to produce high-quality visual content, digital campaigns, educational materials, and advocacy tools that inspire civic action and strengthen our connection with the Miami community.

Made possible through a generous grant, this investment recognizes that protecting our waters also requires clear, compelling communication. The studio equips us to inform residents, mobilize supporters, and advocate for clean water — with focus and consistency.

Read the full 2025 Annual Report: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/miamiwaterkeeper/pages/4669/attachments/original/1776891637/2025-MWK-Annual-Report-Small.pdf?1776891637

đźš« MIAMI-DADE: DON'T USE FERTILIZER MAY 15-OCT 31! đźš«Let's make this a summer of clean water and green lawns! Fertilizer i...
05/09/2026

đźš« MIAMI-DADE: DON'T USE FERTILIZER MAY 15-OCT 31! đźš«

Let's make this a summer of clean water and green lawns! Fertilizer is prohibited during our rainy season, but that doesn't mean sacrificing your beautiful yard.

Our fertilizer resources help you maintain lush landscaping while protecting our waterways. When fertilizer washes into Biscayne Bay, it creates algal blooms that suffocate aquatic life—from tiny crustaceans to juvenile fish that call our waters home.

Learn more at the link in bio.

Miami Waterkeeper's EPA and NFWF-funded Green Infrastructure Accelerator Project is advancing new solutions to urban wat...
05/09/2026

Miami Waterkeeper's EPA and NFWF-funded Green Infrastructure Accelerator Project is advancing new solutions to urban water challenges — and Larchmont Park is a clear example of how community-driven design can improve water quality and climate resilience.

Through this initiative, we worked with Local Office Landscape Architecture and Miami-Dade County's Department of Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces to design resiliency solutions for 6 underutilized public spaces.

After dozens of community listening sessions, tabling events, town halls, and community feedback, locations like Larchmont Park are being reimagined with nature-based strategies — rain gardens, tree plantings, and other green infrastructure features that capture and filter stormwater, reduce flooding and heat, and create healthier, more livable neighbourhoods. 🌧️🌿

This work actively engages residents and stakeholders to ensure that green infrastructure improves water filtration, supports habitats, and strengthens community well-being.

Read the full 2025 Annual Report: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/miamiwaterkeeper/pages/4669/attachments/original/1776891637/2025-MWK-Annual-Report-Small.pdf?1776891637

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