A recent Pew study shows that Florida’s green economy is growing, but still needs to clear a few hurdles before it can make the next big shift.  The biggest hurdle is investment, followed by policy support.  The study puts Florida’s green economy in the top 10, but also points out the state’s failure to pass legislation (like Gov. Crist’s renewable energy portfolio standard) as a key barrier to further growth. 

So where does the Sunshine State go from here?  Concerned citizens will undoubtedly continue with the tremendous momentum they’ve created thus far, but opposition still remains (read the first comment on the article).  Without further investment the green economy in Florida would be at risk of slowing down, but should the burden of funding fall on the people?  Should the green economy “pay for itself” to prove it is as viable as supporters would have us believe?  Time will tell whether Florida commits to the movement or tip-toes towards the future.

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