Statewide initiative brings local governments, universities, nonprofits and community organizations together October 5–11
MIAMI, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Florida Climate Week (FCW) returns October 5–11 with its largest statewide program to date: more than 130 free events and educational sessions, including more than 95 in-person events and more than 35 virtual programs.
Now in its sixth year, FCW will connect residents with local leaders, scientists, educators, businesses and community organizations to explore practical solutions to challenges across the state.
Programming across North, Central, South and Southwest Florida will range from hands-on activities and community events to expert discussions, workshops and virtual sessions.
“Florida Climate Week is about giving Floridians a place to learn what is happening in their own communities, hear directly from experts and people doing the work, and discover practical solutions and ways to take part,” said Thais Lopez Vogel, Co-Founder and Trustee of VoLo Foundation. “When people can see what their city, university, neighborhood or local organization is doing, the path forward becomes much more tangible.”
Local leaders, universities and communities take part
Confirmed local government partners include the cities of Jacksonville, Orlando, St. Petersburg and Fort Lauderdale, as well as Orange, Hardee and Miami-Dade counties. Florida Gulf Coast University has joined FCW as an Official University Partner.
Programs include Orange County’s From Heat to Hurricanes: Building a More Resilient Orange County, Rollins College’s Florida Climate Fair and Campus Swap and Shop, Florida Atlantic University’s virtual program Imagining the Future of Climate Change in South Florida, and REEF to Resilience in the Florida Keys, connecting marine science, citizen science, ocean conservation and resilience.
Other programs will address green infrastructure, clean energy, water conservation, coastal ecosystems and environmental education.
“The City of Jacksonville is excited to partner with VoLo Foundation and cities across our state to create more opportunities for residents to connect with environmental stewardship in ways that are accessible, engaging, and relevant to everyday life. With more than 25 events happening across Jacksonville this year, we’re showing that everyone has a role in building a healthier, more sustainable and resilient city,” said Ashantae Green, sustainability manager.
Free events open to all Floridians
All Florida Climate Week events are free and open to the public. Registration opened September 1.
Residents can visit FloridaClimateWeek.org to find and register for events by location, date or topic. Virtual programs will be available through Whova.
Full event schedule: https://floridaclimateweek.org/schedule-of-events/
About Florida Climate Week
Presented by VoLo Foundation, Florida Climate Week is a statewide initiative that brings together residents, local governments, universities, nonprofits, businesses, scientists, educators and community leaders to learn about Florida’s changing climate and advance practical solutions.
Through free statewide and online events, FCW connects Floridians with research, resources and opportunities to strengthen the resilience of their communities.
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