Environment
Pinellas County is home to beautiful beaches, parks, preserves and waterways. All residents have a role to play in protecting those natural resources through proper environmental practices.
Featured Government Office
Environmental Management Division
Environmental Management, a division of Public Works, is responsible for monitoring and protecting Pinellas County's environmental resources. This division conducts proactive monitoring and manages projects and permits for the protection of our natural and built environmental resources.
Learn MoreNews
- News May 1, 2026 Help our sea turtles thrive this nesting season
- News April 14, 2026 Pinellas County shares mosquito prevention tips
- News March 19, 2026 Pinellas County Holds Tree Distribution Event
- News February 20, 2026 Volunteers, sponsors sought for Cross Bayou/Joe’s Creek Cleanup
- News December 29, 2025 Flood Vulnerability Assessment virtual public meeting scheduled for January
Events
View All EventsPinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex Tour
About this event There’s no such place as away! Join us to find out what happens to your garbage when you throw…
Household Chemical Collection Event – Treasure Island
Pinellas County Solid Waste is hosting a household chemical collection event on the barrier islands. This event aims to provide residents with…
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex Tour- Pinellas County Employees
About this event There’s no such place as away! Join us to find out what happens to your garbage when you throw…
Information & Resources
Fertilizer & Landscape Information
When fertilizer is applied incorrectly or before heavy rain, it washes off lawns and into stormdrains, which lead straight to our waterways….
Marine Safety
Pinellas County’s Marine Safety Unit keeps our waterways safe by monitoring and maintaining County-owned waterway markers and removing abandoned, at-risk or derelict…
Resiliency Initiatives
With nearly 600 miles of coastline, pristine ecosystems and some of the nation’s top beaches, Pinellas County is a popular place to…
RESTORE Act
The Resources and Ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities and Revived Economies of the Gulf Coast States (RESTORE) Act established the Gulf Coast Restoration…
Projects
View All ProjectsBaypointe Stormwater Conservation Area
Project Overview The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously in January 2020 to purchase approximately 40 acres in Seminole formerly…
Resilient Pinellas Plan
Pinellas County’s Resilient Pinellas Action Plan, completed in 2023, will guide the County’s resiliency initiatives for years to come. Based on a…
Programs
View All ProgramsAdopt-A-Pond
Help decrease flooding, improve water quality and create habitat for wildlife in your area by participating in Pinellas County’s Adopt-A-Pond program. As…
Air Quality Program
Pinellas County’s Air Quality Program is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing our local air quality for the health and welfare of…
Baskets for Beaches
The Baskets for Beaches program enables you to make a difference by collecting trash as you walk the beach. Grab a basket…
Clean Marina Program
Boater Benefits The Clean Marina Program helps boaters protect waterways and marine life from pollution. Participating boaters and marina staff learn: How…
Reduce Fertilizer Use When Irrigating With Reclaimed Water
Reclaimed water contains the same nutrients found in common fertilizers. This means if you’re using reclaimed water you can apply less fertilizer, saving you......
How to Obtain an Invasive Aquatic Plant Removal Permit
Being prepared will make the application process for a permit to remove an invasive aquatic plant much easier. Please be sure the......
Removing Roof Drainage Connections
It’s the Law In some areas, roof downspouts are connected directly to the storm sewer system or even waterways. When it rains,......
Guide to Recognizing Hazardous Waste
This guide has been developed by Pinellas County Solid Waste to help businesses properly manage wastes in accordance with federal, state and......
Public Works by the Numbers
Learn the many ways Public Works serves Pinellas County by the number of accomplishments....
Stop Raising Mosquitoes Around Your Home and Yard
Tips and tricks to break the mosquito life cycle in your yard so you can stop raising mosquitos!...
Why We Need to Control Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes carry diseases that are transmittable to humans, including: Chikungunya Chikungunya is a virus that can be transmitted to humans by mosquitoes.......
Discover Careers with Pinellas County Solid Waste
Rewarding Opportunities Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, fast-forward your career and join the team of employees at Pinellas......
Eventos de recolección de productos electrónicos y químicos para empresas
Este recurso fue desarrollado por el Departamento de Desperdicios Sólidos para ofrecer a las empresas una guía sobre cómo manejar adecuadamente los......
Green Infrastructure
In Pinellas County, we’re surrounded by water. Protecting the quality of that water is a top priority. Clean beaches and bays are important......