In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) the FAA has issued a Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a SpaceX Starship Super-Heavy launch license at KSC LC-39A.
Category Archives: Environment
FAA Scopes KSC Starship Super Heavy Environmental Impact
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of issuing a commercial launch Vehicle Operator License to SpaceX for the Starship-Super Heavy launch vehicle at Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) at Kennedy Space Center (KSC), Florida.
Fungal Pathogen Afflicting IRL Mangroves
Melissa Deinys, a University of Central Florida (UCF) researcher specializing in fungal pathogens affecting coastal ecosystems held a “Florida Mangrove Pathogen Information Session” at the Ted Moorehead Lagoon House on Friday, May 3, 2024.
Mitigation Bank Overview
Environmental Resource Regulation Bureau Chief Michelle Reiber presented a Mitigation Bank Overview to the SJRWMD Governing Board on April 9th, 2024.
Constitutional Right Can Save the Indian River Lagoon
There is an amendment that would hold the state accountable and stop the damage done to our waters. The Right to Clean and Healthy Waters Constitutional Amendment is the game changer that is needed. It would give every Floridian the right to clean water and standing in a court of law to protect our waters.
Brevard County Fertilizer Ban
Brevard County and fourteen local municipalities have passed seasonal fertilizer ban restrictions in order to improve the Indian River Lagoon.
Florida Legislature Passes HB 1379 – SB 1632 Environmental Protection
HB1379 and SB1632 provide enhanced protections for the Indian River Lagoon with funding for restoration projects.
Indian River Lagoon National Park
Turtle Coast Sierra Club presents Indian River Lagoon National Park by Marine Resources Council Director Jim Moir.
Making the Indian River Lagoon a National Park
On 4/27/2023 James Moir, Indian River Lagoon RiverKeeper, will provide an exciting presentation about making the IRL a National Park.
May 2023 Port St. John Happenings
May 2023 Port St. John environmental newsletter published by IRL Roundtable member Maureen Rupe.