These two maps show what South Florida will look like if we continue developing the way we are (map on left) and if we build sustainably and conserve more open space and agricultural areas. The Florida 2070 Report, prepared by 1000 Friends of Florida and the University of Florida’s Geo Plan center, came up with several recommendations on how to develop our state that accommodates our population growth, estimated to be 33.7 million by 2070, while preserving the resources that make Florida such a wonderful place to live and work.
