Akerman is proud to sponsor the 40th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School, presented by the Florida Environmental Network, Inc. This milestone event is widely recognized as Florida’s premier environmental conference and the largest of its kind in the state, bringing together leaders across the environmental and development landscape.

Held July 21–24, 2026, in Marco Island, the Environmental Permitting Summer School convenes lawyers, consultants, engineers, developers, landowners, and state and local government officials for in‑depth discussions on environmental, land use, and growth management laws, regulations, and emerging challenges impacting Florida communities and businesses.

Akerman’s sponsorship reflects the firm’s longstanding commitment to environmental and land use law and its active role in shaping policy and practice across the state. Several Akerman attorneys will serve as faculty members, sharing practical insights and thought leadership through the below featured panels:

• Silvia Alderman, Chair, Water Task Force Practice - “Environmental Permitting and Enforcement Update”
• Spencer Crowley, Co-Chair, Land Use and Development Practice – “Permitting and Development in the Marine Environment”
• Michael Larson, Partner, Real Estate – Waste Cleanup and Management: The Challenges of Change"
• Robyn Neely, Chair, Environment and Natural Resources Practice – “Land and Golf Course Redevelopment: Opportunities and Challenges,” and “Florida Brownfields: Strategies for Smarter Cleanup and Stronger Communities”
• Stephen Tilbrook, Partner, Real Estate - “Waste Management Programs Overview”

In addition to those serving as faculty, Akerman will be well represented by additional environmental, real estate, and land use attorneys. We invite attendees to connect with our full team onsite at booth #214 to exchange perspectives and discuss the regulatory, development, and permitting issues shaping projects across Florida.