Sustainable Living
Our economy, culture, quality of life, and politics are closely tied to the environment. Sustainable practices enable us to meet our current needs without compromising the next generation's ability to satisfy their own needs. We can preserve our natural heritage and conserve natural resources for the future by living sustainably.
To find out what Extension services are available in your area or to get personal assistance, please contact your county Extension office.
Energy Efficiency at Home
UF Extension's new statewide energy conservation campaign targets Florida’s current and new residents. More...
Why Does Sustainability Matter?
Learn more about the definition of sustainability and why sustainable practices are necessary. More...
Sustainable Communities
Improve your local economy, reduce environmental impact, and create fair and healthy social interaction. More...
Conservation Starts At Home
Preserving Florida’s natural resources starts in your own yard. Try our tips for environmentally friendly living. More...
Green Roofs for Urban Areas
Green roofs--specially designed landscapes atop buildings--save energy, reduce pollution, and make lives more pleasant. More...
General Resources
UF/IFAS Sites
- Center for Training, Research and Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO)
- Department of Agricultural Education and Communication
- Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences
- Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
- Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse
- Florida Partnership for Water, Agriculture & Community Sustainability at Hastings
- Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute
- Florida Partnership for Water, Agriculture & Community Sustainability at Hastings
- Food and Resource Economics Department
- Geoplan
- Living Green
- Office of Sustainability
- Program for Resource Efficient Communities
- School of Forest Resources and Conservation
- School of Natural Resources and Environment
- Soil and Water Science Department
- Virtual Field Day
- Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources
UF/IFAS Publications
State & Federal Agencies
- American FactFinder--U.S. Census Bureau
- American Planning Association
- Division of Community Planning--Florida DCA
- Division of Housing and Community Development--Florida DCA
- ENERGY STAR
- Fedstats
- Fish and Wildlife Research Institute--Florida FWC
- Florida DEP
- Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
- Florida Ecosystems--US FWS
- Florida Department of Education
- Florida Legislature
- Florida Office of Tourism, Trade, and Economic Development (OTTED)
- SOFIA (South Florida Restoration)--USGS
- USDA Forest Service
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- USDA Rural and Community Development
- USGS
Other University Sites
- Florida Resources and Environmental Analysis Center--FSU
- Green Building and Sustainable Design--UC Davis Extension
Organizations & Associations
- Century Commission for a Sustainable Florida
- Community Development Society
- Florida Association of Counties
- The Institute for Regional Conservation
- International Association for Community Development
- National Association of Counties
- National Conference of State Legislatures
