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Consequences of Aquifer Pumping
November 17, 2015
Among the most important issues facing Florida today is the threatened condition of state waters and waterways. Polluted rivers, diminished lakes, and disappearing springs place our quality of life and economic vitality at risk. On Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m., in the Pugh Hall Ocora, the University of Florida’s PIE Center and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service hosted a panel discussion which examined the many consequences of over pumping Florida’s aquifers. Panelists discussed the economics of water production, recent attempts to remedy the situation, and potential policy solutions for ensuring sufficient water supplies for decades to come.
Panelists include:
- Preston Haskell, Founder, The Haskell Company, citizen advocate
- Dr. Sanford Berg, PURC Director of Water Studies
- Bob Palmer, Florida Spring Institute’s board of directors
- Darrell Smith, Acting Director of Agricultural Water Policy at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
The Consequences of Aquifer Pumping
This article was prepared by Preston Haskell, Founder, The Haskell Company, Knight Fellow for the Bob Graham Center fall 2013. Previously published in the Jacksonville Times Union, “Preston Haskell calls for fees on aquifer withdrawals,” March 2015. Posted Oct. 28, 2015.