Green living and Energy Education Florida Keys - default

The Florida Keys ecosystem is fragile and dependent on the water supply cycle that also supports the greater Everglades ecosystem. Our drinking water supply is drawn from the Biscayne and Floridan Aquifers through wells near Florida City. Our water supply is limited to ensure that the aquifers retain enough water to restore and preserve the natural hydrologic conditions of the region. In short, Conserving water in the Keys protects the water quality of the ocean surrounding us...