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FDEP In-Lake Nutrient Reduction Contracts

Summary

FDEP highlighted six newly awarded pay-for-performance contracts totaling $20 million to remove nutrients and combat harmful algal blooms directly within Lake Okeechobee.

At a glance

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Last discussed Feb 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Initial state funding of $20 million committed to nutrient reduction contracts.

✅Who benefits

Lake Okeechobee water quality and regional communities relying on clean water.

⚠️Who could be affected

None identified.

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