
Water Institute seminars, workshops and symposia bring together scientists, engineers, policy makers, water managers, industry representatives, lawyers, students and citizens to increase awareness of key water related issues, consider the challenges to water resources sustainability and explore solutions to the most pressing problems.
BRIDGES Webinar Series, “Exploring Science Needs Across the Everglades: In Parks and Beyond“
September 10, 2026, 3:00 pm | Zoom
Dr. Melissa Abdo, Regional Director of the National Parks Conservation Association, brings over 25 years of experience to this month’s BRIDGES webinar. Her presentation, “Exploring Science Needs Across the Everglades: In Parks and Beyond,” will show potential connections with academia. Dr. Abdo has led major biodiversity conservation efforts in the U.S. and abroad, and her work has resulted in a greater understanding of iconic parks such as the Everglades as well as over 200 other protected areas in South Florida, the Caribbean, and island ecosystems abroad.
Registration is required for attendance.

BRIDGES Webinar Series, “Science Needs to Support Restoration of the South Florida Ecosystem”
August 13, 2026, 3:00 pm | Zoom
James Erskine is the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Everglades Coordinator. He has over three decades of experience working to restore South Florida ecosystems. James has participated extensively at the leadership level, both as an agency representative and as a contributing team member, on many Everglades restoration projects. He currently serves as Chairman of the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration Working Group and a member of the RECOVER Leadership Group.
Registration is required for attendance.

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