Sustainability and Resilience
Our Purpose:
The Sustainability and Resilience Activity is responsible for managing initiatives to assist government officials and residents in proactive planning for climate events and use of our natural resources. The Activity also provides free educational programs for all ages through Be Floridian Now, Explore Volusia, Green Volusia, and the Lyonia Environmental Center. We continually strive to promote a sense of ownership and responsibility for the future of our enviornment through these educational programs and volunteer opportunities.
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. United Nations Brundtland Commission (1987)
The ability to bounce forward; absorb, recover and get better in the face of short-term shocks like hurricanes or infrastructure failures and long-term stressors like affordable housing, aging infrastructure, shifting economic trends, and climate change. East Central Florida Regional Resilience Collaborative Strategic Resilience Action Plan (2021)
Current Initiatives
Energy Use Reduction - Facility Upgrades
Low Impact Development
Volusia Forward
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Looking to stay in the know about our current initiatives or for a fun program to attend? Sign up for our monthly Sustainability and Resilience or Lyonia Environmental Center newsletters.
- Click here to view September 2025 Newsletter
Upcoming events
Explore Volusia: Deep Creek Eco-buggy Tour
December 5 @9:00 am to 11:00 am
Climb aboard Volusia County's eco-buggy and explore Deep Creek Preserve. Environmental specialists will discuss the property’s agricultural history, methods of management and restoration of the native ecosystems, and native plants and animals that live there. All ages are welcome, and children mus...
Explore Volusia: Spruce Creek Paddle
December 8 @10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Look for dolphins, manatees, wading birds, and other aquatic animals during this paddle through the mangroves to Strickland Bay. Paddlers may bring their own watercraft or use one of Volusia County’s new sit-on-top kayaks free of charge. Paddlers must wear a personal flotation device and whistle. ...
Explore Volusia: Lake George Eco-buggy Tour
December 16 @9:00 am to 11:00 am
Learn about the numerous recreational opportunities on the property as well as habitat restoration and management practices. Along the way, the group will look for bald eagles and other wildlife. All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear closed-toe shoes.
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