Make a Green Noise: Charette Part 2 - Charging Ahead
Shaping the Future of Resilient Communities in South Melbourne
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Evans Library, Florida Institute of Technology
Lunch Provided | Networking Opportunities | Interactive Design Session
About the Event
Join sustainability professionals, policy makers, and community leaders for Make a Green Noise: Charette Part 2 - Charging Ahead—a unique event combining interactive design workshops, exclusive project updates, and hands-on learning experiences with delicious food and great company.
You’ll help shape the final design of the Crane Creek Restoration Project, learn about cutting-edge Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) systems coming to the community, and leave with actionable insights for building climate resilience and environmental justice in South Melbourne.
What to Expect
- Crane Creek Restoration Project Visioning Workshop
Help finalize design decisions for a community-led green infrastructure project combining food access, stormwater resilience, and habitat restoration. - Community Aquaculture Innovation
Get a first look at the IMTA system, an innovative approach to sustainable food production and ecosystem restoration—right here in South Melbourne. - DOE & NFWF Grant Updates
Hear from Florida Tech researchers about stormwater mitigation, native planting projects, and community resilience strategies. - Networking Lunch
Connect with other sustainability professionals, policy makers, and community partners over a lunch catered by FIT - Optional Tours
Explore FIT’s botanic garden, stormwater storage wetland, and Aqualab to see research and aquaculture systems in action.
Why Attend?
- Shape a real-world project impacting climate resilience and community health.
- Learn from experts in energy, aquaculture, and sustainability innovation.
- Network with professionals and decision-makers driving change in Florida’s environmental landscape.
- Enjoy complimentary lunch while collaborating on a better future.
RSVP Now
Spaces are limited—secure your spot today and be part of South Melbourne’s sustainability transformation.
