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2026 JEPB-UNF Environmental Symposium

The 2026 JEPB-UNF Environmental Symposium was held on Friday, February 13th. The eagerly anticipated event attracted over 400 people during the day. There were also over 30 exhibits of environmental consultants, nonprofits, government agencies and educational institutions.

Save the Date

The 2027 event will be held on Friday, February 12, 2027 at the Adam W. Herbert University Center on the campus of the University of North Florida.

Objectives of the Symposium

Too often, community leaders focus on the issues of today, instead of clearly visioning the future. As an aid to seeing the path to the future, the City of Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board (JEPB) and the University of North Florida Institute of Environmental Research and Education annually present the Environmental Symposium. The symposium brings together residents, government agencies, utilities and innovators in a forum designed to foster an atmosphere of cooperation in environmental achievement. In addition to opening, lunch and closing general sessions, there are breakout sessions on topics of interest.

Background and Information

Each year the symposium presents a unique opportunity for members of the community to interact with the regulatory agencies responsible for developing and implementing environmental policy. Attendees have an opportunity to better understand environmental goals for our community. The symposium provides valuable opportunities for communication and helps to further the goal of protecting our limited natural resources and improving the quality of life in Northeast Florida.

2026 Symposium Agenda

Email staff for a copy of the agenda for the event and copies of the session presentations.

NEW EVENT! Thursday Evening Citizen Night

We kicked off the symposium with a special Thursday evening event at The Jessie (Jessie Ball duPont Center) in Downtown Jacksonville. This intimate session was designed specifically for neighborhood organizations and community leaders—providing tools, insights, and inspiration to strengthen grassroots environmental stewardship. We are planning to continue this in the future.