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Florida
Aptly nicknamed the Sunshine State, Florida ranks third in the nation for solar energy production after California and Texas. Still, the state’s greenhouse gas emissions increased by 28% from 1990-2021, and most of its climate-related policy has focused on adaptation and resilience efforts to combat climate risks.
Governor
Ron DeSantis (Republican)
Governor
Ron DeSantis (Republican)
House Party
Republican Supermajority
House Party
Republican Supermajority
Senate Party
Republican Supermajority
Senate Party
Republican Supermajority
Legislative session
3/4/25 - 5/2/25
Key Offices & Links
6
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This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted Enacted policies have been passed or established in a state by a governing body via legislation, executive orders, rules, regulations, and/or other program creation, and remain in effect.
- In-progress In progress policies have been established in a state, but final regulations, rules, or plans are pending final approval. This also includes legislation and executive orders that require regulations to be put into effect.
- Partially Enacted Partially enacted policies have been enacted in the state, but are missing one or more policy components. Dashboard policies cannot be considered partially enacted unless policy components are available.
- Not Enacted Not enacted policies have not been passed or established in the state or are no longer in effect.
The colored bars indicate the status for each policy on the Dashboard, viewed across seven policy areas.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in Florida
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Climate Policies in Florida
Filters
| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | Year Enacted | |
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| Enacted |
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Florida received a D grade from Freeing the Grid. Establishing Policies
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Electricity
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Transmission, Distribution, and Energy Storage | 2023 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
The statewide energy code for residential construction is 2021 IECC with amendments. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2023 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
The statewide energy code for commercial building construction is 2021 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2019 with amendments. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Codes | 2023 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
Florida has enacted residential and commercial PACE-enabling legislation and has active programs. Establishing Policies
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Buildings and Efficiency
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Building Efficiency | 2010 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
Florida Electric Vehicle Roadmap Establishing Policies
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Transportation
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Transportation Plans and Targets | 2020 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
Florida is ranked 8th out of 50 in the 2024 Bicycle Friendly State rankings by the League of American Bicyclists. Establishing Policies
Policy Components
5/5
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Transportation
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Public and Active Transportation |