Question

As governor, I understand a healthy economy is dependent upon a healthy environment. Florida’s residents and businesses rely on clean water, clean air and open spaces for tourism, commerce, agriculture and recreation. That’s why protecting our natural resources through a stable regulatory environment is key to ensuring businesses are successful and future generations will be able to enjoy all that our state has to offer.

–“Florida’s Natural Resources:
The State’s Economic Engine,”
Governor Rick Scott

According to Governor Scott, why is protecting Florida’s environment important?

to enable businesses to expand greatly
to support the state’s business interests
to ensure that regulations are sufficient
to prevent all economic decline

Answer 1

to support the state’s business interests

He says protecting natural resources through a stable regulatory environment is key to ensuring businesses are successful.