Future-Proofing Florida: Integrating Climate Projections into Local Comp Plans

Florida is on the frontlines of the climate crisis, facing rising temperatures, intensifying storms, and increasing flood risks. This timely session brings together experts to explore how climate data and land use planning can work hand in hand to build resilient communities. Featuring Robert Rosa, President of the American Indian Movement (AIM) Central Florida working closely with Indigenous Tribes, and Richard Grosso, a leading land use and environmental attorney, the conversation examines how forward-looking climate projections can be integrated into local planning, legal frameworks, and community decision-making. The session also addresses the significant constraints posed by SB 180, a state law that limits how local governments can use future climate data in planning — creating new challenges for protecting vulnerable communities and cultural landscapes.