Resources
Organizations

Organizations that focus on water quality, quantity, and issues grouped by geographical area and listed alphabetically by title within that group. Included in a separate section is information about other federal agencies.

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International

Business for Social Responsibility provides information, tools and training, as well as advisory services on how corporations can assume social responsibility as an integral part of their business operations. Members get assistance in developing economic, environmental and social strategies to make them more accountable and responsible ethically, environmentally and socially. Website:
http://www.bsr.org/BSRResources/WhitePaperDetail.cfm?DocumentID=531#awards

Climatechangesolutions.com is a Canadian site loaded with interactive tools, resources and success stories on reducing the greenhouse gas emissions. There is something for everyone from individuals and families to schools and municipalities, as well as agriculture and industry. The site is a Climate Change Education Project of The Pembina Institute. Website: http://www.climatechangesolutions.com/english/about/default.htm

Common Dreams News Center: A non-profit news service providing breaking news & views for the progressive community. Website: http://www.commondreams.org/

Ducks Unlimited is a world leader in wetlands conservation. They feel obligated to insure that future generations will be able to enjoy what we do today. They work to conserve, restore and manage wetlands and other associated habitats for North America’s waterfowl, wildlife and people. Website: http://www.ducks.org/index.asp

EarthOwners.Net is a non-profit network of people involved with environmental issues on a local, regional or global scale for the benefit of the planet. They are helping to give a voice to those who have neither the money nor the expertise to protect their water.
Website: http://www.earthowners.net/

Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS) is a source of knowledge designed through the utilization of socioeconomic and technological progress and conservation of the Earth’s natural systems for the fulfillment of human needs.
Web site: http://www.eolss.com/

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations’, founded in 1945, goal is to raise nutrition levels and standards of living, improve agricultural productivity in rural populations and help build a world without hunger. Website: http://www.fao.org/

Future Harvest established as a worldwide charitable and educational organization, they strive to build a world with a better understanding of the environment and how we affect it, with a healthier human family and with less worldwide poverty.
Website: http://www.futureharvest.org

“Ideas for Water Awareness Campaigns” is a website that makes is so easy for a group, community, corporation or anyone to organize a campaign to raise awareness of the current and impending water crisis facing the world today. Based on the book Ideas for Water Awareness Campaigns by Wouter Schaap and Fran van Steenbergen and produced by the Global Water Partnership, it brings together ideas from a number of different organizations who are working all over of the world. See what you can put together for next year’s World Water Day.
Website: http://www.waterday2003.org/Make-a-Difference/intro.htm

Global Water Partnership works with those involved with water management in every aspect, all over the world. Their mission is to “support countries in the sustainable management of their water resources”. The partnership was created out of the demand for a more comprehensive approach to water management, as well as the need for a worldwide network of professionals to address the critical issues of sustainable water management. Website: http://www.gwpforum.org/servlet/PSP

GreenBiz.com contains links to organizations, web sites, news and tools for delving deeper into water conservation. They are a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to provide resources and tools to anyone interested in the environment. The Green Business Network is a project of the National Environmental Education and Training Foundation. Website: http://www.greenbiz.com/resources/water/

International Desalination Association is comprised of over 1000 members from fifty-eight countries; scientists, engineers and end-users, as well as consultants and researchers from governments, corporations and academia. They are committed to developing and promoting the appropriate use of desalination technology. Mailing address: P.O. Box 387, Topsfield, MA, 01983, USA Tel: (978) 887-0410 Fax: (978) 887.0411.
Web site: http://www.idadesal.org/

International Development Research Center, created by the Canadian government, designed to help developing world communities find solutions to environmental, economic and social problems through research. Website: http://www.idrc.ca/

International Food Policy Research Institute, works towards finding sustainable solutions to end hunger and poverty, as well as the environment and agriculture.
Website: http://www.ifpri.org/

International Rivers Network (IRN) researches and publishes information concerning threats to rivers, watersheds, and local populations from destructive development projects. Its website contains links to other organizations that deal with similar issues. IRN , 1847 Berkeley Way, Berkeley, CA 94703, Tel: 510.848.1155, Fax: 510.878.1008. Website: http://www.irn.org

International Water Management Institute, a non-profit scientific research organization specializing in improving water and land resources management for food, livelihoods and nature. Website: http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/
Middle East Desalination Research Center conducts, facilitates, promotes, co-ordinates and supports basic and applied research in water desalination technology.
Their aim is to discover, develop and improve methods of water desalination.
Web site: http://www.medrc.org.om/

National Council for Science and the Environment’s website is an easy-to-use single-point entry to environmental information and data. http://www.NCSEonline.org/NLE/

OneWorld.net, is a network of people and groups working for human rights and global sustainable development. Website: http://www.oneworld.net

The Society for Conservation Biology is an international professional organization comprised of resource managers, educators, government and private conservation workers and students. They promote research, protection, restoration and maintenance of life in all its forms on this planet through scientific and technical means. The society is open to any person throughout the globe.
Website: http://www.conbio.org/

The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 2003 as the International Year of Freshwater. Governments, the United Nations system and others are encouraged to increase awareness of the importance of sustainable freshwater use, management and protection. Find out more at about “No wetlands – No water!” at the following website: http://www.wateryear2003.org

WaterBank.Com is dedicated to creating a broad marketplace for buying, selling, trading and marketing: Water Rights, Water Investments, Water Utilities, Spring Water, Bulk Water, Property & Water and Water from State Trust Lands, just to name a few. While this site is not concerned with the conservation of water, it does point out that water is a commodity, and one who’s value will grow in the future.
Website: http://www.waterbank.com/

Water Environment Federation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1928 to preserve and enhance the Global Water Environment, as well as to educate.
Website: http://www.wef.org/

The Water Re-Use Promotion Center in Japan develops and spreads new technologies in the fields of re-use of industrial/municipal water and desalination of seawater. The center plans to work on further development, especially for countries suffering from water shortages and hope to contribute to the global water environment.
Web site: http://www2.neweb.ne.jp/wd/wrpc-j/index-e.htm

WATER USE IT WISELY is a site for everyone across the nation to learn how to save water specific to their area. Find out how a broom, tuna can and a shovel can help save water, as well as how much can be saved. Website: http://www.wateruseitwisely.com/

Water Watch Penang has information for everyone. There is a section on “The Role of Women in Water Conservation”, “20 Simple Steps to Help Save Water” and “The 3R Concept in Water”. Set up in 1997, they are a non-profit organization created to increase awareness on water issues. Website: http://surf.to/waterwatchpenang

The World Conservation Union, founded in 1948, brings government agencies and non-governmental agencies together. Their goal is to influence, encourage and assist the world’s societies conserve nature and ensure equitable use of natural resources and a sustainable ecology. Website: http://www.iucn.org/

The World Food Prize is a foundation recognizing the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development through improving the quality, quantity or availability of food in the world. Website: www.worldfoodprize.org

World Resources Institute, for over 20 years, this institute has strived to create solutions to protect the planet and improve people’s lives by environmental research and policy organization. Website: http://www.wri.org/

Worldwatch Institute, founded in 1974, is a leading source of information on key environmental, social and economic trends. They are an independent research organization that provides fact-based information on critical global concerns. They focus on the causes and practical solutions to inspire the earth’s inhabitants to seek new policies, investment patterns and lifestyle choices. They work towards environmental sustainability and a socially just society.
Web site: http://www.worldwatch.org/topics/people/water/

World Water Organization, get up-to-date water information, data, and web connections to organizations, institutions, and individuals working on a wide range of global freshwater problems and solutions.
Website: http://www.worldwater.org/default.htm

World-wide Wetland, Hydrology and Coastal Links, This site contains links to national and international water resources.
Website: http://www.geog.ucl.ac.uk/~jthompso/worldwet.html

The World Wildlife Foundation - Not only saving endangered animals, this organization works towards protecting our natural environment and global conservation.
Website: http://www.wwf.org/

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The American Canoe Association’s Conservation and Public Policy department works to ensure clean, accessible recreational waterways. They want paddlers and other recreational users to be able to enjoy whitewater, flatwater and the coastal waterways.
Not only have the successfully helped to protect rivers from mining, they have lobbied to reduce polluted discharges and to secure Wild & Scenic designations, as well as being strong enforcers of the Clean Water Act.
Website: http://www.acanet.org/conserve-overview.htm

American Ground Water Trust, P.O. Box 1796, 16 Centre Street, Concord, NH 03301, Tel: 603.228.5444, Fax: 603.228.6557. The mission of AGWT is to protect America's ground water; promote public awareness of its environmental and economic importance; and provide accurate information to assist public participation in water resources decisions. It publishes a quarterly newsletter, The American Well Owner. Email: agwthq@aol.com, Website: http://www.agwt.org.

The American Red Cross offer a PDF File on “Drought: Fact Sheet on Water Conservation”.
Website: http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/drought.html

American Rivers, a national non-profit conservation organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of healthy natural rivers. They are also concerned with sustaining the variety of life in these rivers. This site has articles on endangered rivers and water quality/quantity. American Rivers, 801 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Suite 303, Washington, DC 20003, Tel: 202.547.6900, Fax: 202.347.9240.
Email: amrivers@amrivers.org
Website: http://www.americanrivers.org/instreamflow/default.htm

Association of State Dam Safety Officials is a non-profit association made up from state and federal dam safety regulators, dam owners and operators, engineering consultants and many others interested in dam safety. The organization provides a strong, unified voice to institute effective programs and policies to regulate dam safety. The site provides links to contact information for officials from all states.
Website: http://www.damsafety.org/

California Urban Water Conservation Council has put out many publications. They also provide links to bookstores offering water conservation related publications. Website: http://www.h2ouse.net/resources/bookstore/index.cfm

Center for Watershed Protection (CWP) works with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, watershed organizations, and the general public to provide objective and scientifically sound information on effective techniques to protect and restore urban watersheds. CWP, 8391 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD 21043-4605, Tel: 410.461.8323, Fax: 410.461.8324. Email: center@cwp.org
Website: http://www.cwp.org

Charlottesville, VA thanks their citizens for their efforts in conserving water during the fall of 2002. Their site offers free water conservation kits, tips, press releases and other pertinent information for their residents, with links and information for others.
Website: http://www.charlottesville.org/default.asp?pageid=0BA81AE5-42A9-419A-A6DC-A962E85FFBE6

Chesapeake Bay Foundation has a mission to restore and sustain the bay's ecosystem by improving the water quality and productivity of the watershed and to maintain a high quality of life for the people of the Chesapeake Bay region. CBF, 162 Prince George Street, Annapolis, MD 21401, Tel: 410.268.8816, Fax: 410.268.6687. Email: chesapeake@savethebay.cbf.org Website: http://www.savethebay.cbf.org

The Chesapeake Bay Program is the regional partnership that directs and conducts the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay. Its website contains technical and non-technical information and resources, links to Bay Program partners' sites, and facts about the fish, wildlife and plants of the region. CBP 410 Severn Avenue, Suite 109, Annapolis, MD 21403, Tel: 800.YOUR.BAY, Fax: 410.267.5777.
Website: http://www.chesapeakebay.net/bayprogram

Citizens for a Better Environment group provides assistance to neighborhood organizations and unions on watershed issues, write them for more information: CBE, 3255 Hennepin Avenue S., Suite 150, Minneapolis, MN 55408, Tel: 612.824.8637.

Clean Water Action Project, 4455 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite A300-16, Washington, DC 20008-2328, Tel: 202.895.0420, Fax: 202.895.0438, Email: cwa@cleanwater.org Website: http://www.cleanwateraction.org

Clean Water Network (CWN), 1200 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005, Tel: 202.289.2395, Fax: 202.289.1060. CWN is an alliance of over 1000 organizations working to protect US water resources. Email: cleanwaternt@igc.apc.org
Website: http://www.cwn.org

The Climate Institute works to protect the balance between climate and life on earth by facilitating the dialogue among scientists, policy makers, business executives, and citizens. The Climate Institute, 120 Maryland Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002-5615, Tel: 202.547.0104, Fax: 202.547.0111, Email: climateinst@igc.apc.org
Website: http://www.climate.org

Colorado Water Conservation Board of the Department of Natural Resources deals with helping communities and water users to become more water efficient. The site offers links to “Water Supply Protection”, “Stream and Lake Protection” and many others. Website: http://cwcb.state.co.us/owc/Officewc.htm

Congress.org is a website linking you to your elected leaders and many issues facing Congress today. Read about acts recently passed, such as the Healthy Forest Restoration Act. It’s easy to get involved. Website: http://www.congress.org/congressorg/home/

Earthwater Stencils fosters public awareness, involvement and support for stormwater pollution prevention through community-based storm drain stenciling and related programs in local watersheds. The website provides step-by-step instructions on how to conduct a storm drain stenciling project and offers a variety of stencils that can be ordered online. Address: 4425 140th Avenue, SW, Rochester, WA 98579, Tel: 360.956.3774, Fax: 360.956.7133. Email: info@earthwater-stencils.com,
Website: http://www.earthwater-stencils.com

The Ecological Society of America was founded in 1915 to promote and raise public awareness of the importance of ecological science. Their 7,600 members conduct research, teach and work toward ecological solutions to environmental problems.
Website: http://www.esa.org/

Environmental Defense is a national nonprofit organization that deals with a broad range of regional, national and international environmental issues. EDF, 1875 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 1016, Washington, DC 20009, Tel: 202.387.3500, Fax: 202.234.6049. Website: http://www.edf.org

Great Lakes United is an international coalition dedicated to conserving and protecting the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence River ecosystem. Great Lakes United, Buffalo State College, Cassety Hall, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222, Tel: 716.886.0142, Fax: 716.886.0303. Email: glu@glu.org Website: http://www.glu.org

The Groundwater Foundation is dedicated to informing the public about the benefits of and risks to groundwater resources. Groundwater Foundation, P.O. Box 22558, Lincoln, NE 68542-2558, Tel: 402.434.2740; 1.800.858.4844, Fax: 402.434.2742.
Email: info@groundwater.org Website: http://www.groundwater.org

The Hampton Roads Water Efficiency Team came to life in 1994. It is a coalition of 15 cities and counties, along with four major military installations in Southeaster Virginia who joined forces to develop and implement a regional promotion aimed at efficient use of water throughout the Hampton Roads area. By conducting educational programs and offering videos, brochures and research, they raise public awareness and attempt to reduce water consumption by promoting the wise use of water. They are now a part of Hampton Roads environmental education programs.
Website: http://www.hrwet.org/

Since 1954, the High Rock Lake Association has kept residents informed about industry and legislative action that might affect the lake and their lives. The key concern of the association is protecting the waters of the lake now and for future generations. Their website is constantly updated to keep lake residents aware of current affairs, legislation and industry action that may ultimately affect their homes and the lake. Recent efforts by the association were very instrumental in restoring the lake to desirable levels, resulting in the highest winter lake levels seen in years. Web site: http://www.hrla.com/

Home Energy, published since 1984, this magazine covers residential energy efficiency, comfort and safety. Their editorial section involves people who research and employ innovative designs, building and remodeling practices and products. The magazine’s website contains archives of the magazine from 1993 onward, products they offer and a “Do-It-Yourself” section, as well as links to other helpful sites.
Website: http://homeenergy.org/hewebsite/

HOPE, Helping Our Peninsula’s Environment, founded in 1998, is dedicated to protecting the natural environment of California’s Monterey Peninsula. They have since grown and now prove advocacy, public education in environmental science and law on a world-class level. They heartily encourage public participation.
Website: http://www.1hope.org/hope.htm

The Izaak Walton League of America is one of the oldest conservation organizations in the United States. Back in 1922, they began to worry about the deterioration of the country’s fishing rivers and streams. Now they are determined to help protect all of the nation’s natural resources; water quality is still a top priority.
Website: http://www.iwla.org/

The Jerome Park Conservancy, founded in 1994, is a grassroots organization formed to fight New York City’s plans to build a filtration plant at the Jerome Park Reservoir. The reservoir supplies 10% of New York City’s water and is the largest body of water in the Bronx. The group seeks to preserve and restore the 125-acre park at the reservoir to make it an educational ecological resource for New York City’s schoolchildren.
Website: http://www.lehman.cuny.edu/whatisnew/landmarkstatus/

Founded in 1982, the Land Trust Alliance is the national leader of the private land conservation movement, promoting voluntary land conservation across the country and providing resources, leadership and training to the nation's 1,200-plus nonprofit, grassroots land trusts, helping them to protect important open spaces. The Land Trust Alliance provides an array of programs, including direct grants to land trusts, training programs, answers to more than 3,000 inquiries for technical assistance each year, and one-on-one mentoring to help land trusts build organizations that are equipped to protect open space. 1331 H Street NW, Suite 400, Washington DC 20005 Tel: (202) 638-4725
Email: webmaster@lta.org Website: http://www.lta.org/

Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance is a growing network of organizations and concerned individuals dedicated to reclaiming and reconnecting to the harbor, rivers and estuaries of the New York and New Jersey waterfront. Many of its revitalization projects could be replicated in other communities. Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance, 457 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022, NY 10022, Tel: 800.364.9943, Fax: 888.486.9688.

Michigan Citizens for Water Conservation, a non-profit organization, aims to conserve, preserve and protect Michigan’s water and natural resources. There are interesting links to other information, as well as efforts to pass legislation to stop privatization of Michigan water.
Website: http://www.savemiwater.org/

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary became involved in the desalination process, because it affects three of the Sanctuary’s regulations. First is the prohibition of discharges of any material within the Sanctuary’s boundaries; second is the discharge of any material outside the boundary that subsequently may have an effect on Sanctuary waters; and the third deals with the regulation to prohibit activities that cause alterations of the seabed.
Web site: http://bonita.mbnms.nos.noaa.gov/resourcepro/resmanissues/desalination.html

Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington site has an in-depth section on “Water Conservation” with information from the Washington Department of Ecology’s Water Resources Drought Information and the Department of Health, Division of Drinking Water’s Drought response page. This site contains many links to water conservation information for Washington local governments and their information resources.
Website: http://www.mrsc.org/subjects/environment/water/wc-conserv.aspx?r=1

The National Association of Conservation Districts, form in 1946, develops national conservation policies, influences lawmakers and builds partnerships with other agencies and organizations. They provide education and support to the entire nation and help conserve land, water, forest, wildlife and other natural resources.
Website: http://www.nacdnet.org/

The National Audubon Society has a mission to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife and their habitats. Active since 1886, the society has expanded their involvement to the preservation of our wetlands and our forests. Website: http://www.audubon.org/

National Drinking Water Clearinghouse (NDWC) develops and maintains services and information related to small community drinking water systems. NDWC West Virginia University, P.O. Box 6064, Morgantown, WV 26506-6064, Tel: 800.624.8301; 304.293.4191, Fax: 304.293.3161. Website: http://www.ndwc.wvu.edu

The National Institutes for Water Resources networks research institutes in every state to conduct basic research to solve water problems unique to their area. Each institute conducts their own research to disseminate amongst water managers and the public. They also work closely with colleges and universities. The idea is to increase the effectiveness of the institutes and to promote regional coordination.
Website: http://wrri.nmsu.edu/niwr/index.html

National Library for the Environment, the on-line National Library for the Environment contains seven free information resources: hundreds of up-to-date issue reports, environmental education programs and resources; environmental laws including local, state, federal and international; an in-depth resource on Population-Environment linkages; a virtual library of Ecology and Biodiversity; information on environmental conferences and meetings; and Environmental Careers and Jobs.
Website: http://www.cnie.org

National Showcase Watersheds, US Environmental Protection Agency, this site recognizes exemplary stream corridor restoration projects that focus on improving water quality, the natural environment, and the local community.
Website: http://www.epa.gov/owow/showcase

The Natural Areas Association has a mission to advance the preservation of natural diversity and work to enhance communication among various state agencies. Members include researchers, naturalists and conservationists, both professionals and volunteers, working together to preserve natural areas. Their quarterly publication Natural Areas Journal contains articles on current research, land preservation techniques and reports discussing state activities, as well as book reviews and a host of other helpful information. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1504, Bend, OR 97709 Tel: (541) 317-0199
Email: naa@natareas.org Website: http://www.naturalarea.org/

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve the environment, protect public health, and ensure the conservation of wilderness and natural resources. NRDC, 1200 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20005, Tel: 202.289.6868, Fax: 202.289.1060 Website: http://www.nrdc.org

The Nature Conservancy has been involved in the preservation of plants, animals and natural communities protecting the lands and waters around the world since 1951. They work closely with communities, businesses and people like you.
Website: http://nature.org/

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Drought Information site gives ideas for saving water, answers frequently asked questions about drought and provides links to many different sources. Website: http://www.njdrought.org/

Nonpoint Education for Municipal Officials (NEMO), University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension Service, Middlesex County Extension Center, 1066 Saybrook Road, Box 70, Haddam, CT 06438-0070, Tel: 860.345.4511, Fax: 860.345.3357. The NEMO project uses innovative techniques to teach local officials about the sources and impacts of nonpoint source pollution, how different land uses affect water quality, and what towns can do to protect water quality. It uses geographic information system (GIS) technology to simplify and explain the complex relationship between land use and water quality. Email: carnold@canr.uconn.edu Website: http://www.nemo.uconn.edu

North American Lake Management Society is committed to helping our lakes. Site contains many links and resources. Website: http://www.nalms.org/glossary/glossary.htm

Oregon State University Extension Service’s water conservation publications include “Conserving Water in the Kitchen”, “Livestock Water Management During A Drought” and “Water-efficient Landscape Plants”. You can download some of the publications with Adobe Acrobat Reader; others are available for purchase.
Website: http://eesc.orst.edu/waterwise/

River Network, P.O. Box 8787, Portland, OR 97207, Tel: 503.241.3506, River Network supports river and watershed advocates at the local, state, and regional levels, helps them build effective organizations, and acquires and conserves riverlands that are critical to the services that rivers perform for human communities. Email: info@rivernetwork.org Website: http://www.rivernetwork.org

Save High Rock Lake.org is a non-profit organization formed in 2002 when residents faced devastation from a drought and re-licensing. Their mission is to insure that everyone who has an interest in High Rock Lake and the Yadkin-Pee Dee River Basin has a voice in all official meetings concerning the lake and river basin. They maintain a website to keep their members informed with up to date information about future proceedings and to report on past ones. Web site: http://www.savehighrocklake.org

Save Our Streams Program, Izaak Walton League of America, 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878-2983, Tel: 301.548.0150, Fax: 301.548.0149. The Save Our Streams Program teaches people of all ages how to adopt and protect streams and rivers. Activities include making observations, stabilizing stream banks, planting trees, and organizing cleanup campaigns. Email: sos@iwla.org Website: http://www.iwla.org

Seattle area’s Saving Water Partnership organization has water saving information for businesses, schools, your home and your lawn and garden. The intent is to reduce the amount of water used by everyone. Website: http://www.savingwater.org/yourhome.htm

South Carolina Coastal Conservation League has led successful initiatives to protect the SC coastal plain for over thirteen years. They work with communities, businesses, other conservations and citizen groups. They focus on effective and efficient ways to protect the natural habitats that wildlife depend on and promoted biodiversity.
Website: http://www.scccl.org/

South Carolina Drought Information Center established to help South Carolina residents manage and conserve their water during periods of drought. Their website offers information to help you understand a drought better, informs you about the Drought Act and regulations, and there’s even a drought trivia quiz to test your knowledge. Part of the State of South Carolina’s Department of Natural Resources, you will find them at website: http://water.dnr.state.sc.us/climate/sco/drought.html

SCN, Sustainable Communities Network links citizens to resources to create a healthy, vital, sustainable community. It also provides links to communities who are or have implemented programs to other communities doing the same or thinking about doing the same. Website: http://sustainable.org/index.html

State Water Agency Links, links to water agencies for each state.
http://www.ofps.ucar.edu/gapp/insitu/state_water.html

Stormwater Manager's Resource Center (SMRC), The SMRC is designed specifically for stormwater practitioners, local government officials and others who need technical assistance on stormwater management issues; it is created and maintained by the Center for Watershed Protection. Website: http://www.stormwatercenter.net

Storm Water Programs - Other Local Governments, this website, developed by the city of Fort Worth Department of Environmental Management, lists websites of stormwater. programs of municipalities and counties in the United States.
Website: http://ci.fort-worth.tx.us/dem/stormcontacts.htm

Sustainable Development Institute (SDI), 3121 South Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007, Tel: 202.338.1017, Fax: 202.342.0751. SDI seeks to heighten the environmental quality of economic development efforts through improvements in policy and practice. Its projects include the publication of a bimonthly newsletter, Atlantic CoastWatch, and a community forestry program. Email: susdev@igc.org Website: http://www.susdev.org

Sustainability Education Project, Izaak Walton League of America, 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, Tel: 301.548.0150, Fax: 301.548.0146, The Izaak Walton League's Sustainability Education Project was formed to help bring human population growth, economic development, and natural resource consumption into balance with the limits of nature. Email: general@iwla.org
Website: http://www.iwla.org/sep/index.html

The Sweetwater Alliance promotes “Water for Life, Not for Profit”. Their website contains articles and links to water concerns for the state of Michigan, that really apply to everyone. Find out what they are doing to strengthen groundwater protection laws and to stop privatization of water rights. Website: http://www.waterissweet.org/

Texas Water Foundation’s site has information on their regional plans, drought history and the Texas Water Network, just to name a few.
Website: http://www.texaswater.org/water/drought/default.htm

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has eight divisions within the United States and 41 subordinate districts that include Asia and Europe. Each district is there to support efforts to achieve Environmental Sustainability, seeks means to assess and integrate natural resource laws, values and sound environmental practices. They also work towards the prevention of environmental damage or to minimize it. Their site contains a library, information about conferences and workshops, press releases as well as awards and other environmental links. Website: http://hq.environmental.usace.army.mil/index.html

The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, conserving our Nation’s resources, has been around for 132 years. They preserve America’s environmental history. By preserving this history of our environmental challenges, they demonstrate that what we do today, affects tomorrow, and by studying our past efforts we gain invaluable knowledge on how to protect our environmental future. Website: http://www.fws.gov/

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation explains what a watershed is, nonpoint source pollution and offers simple ways to reduce the threat of pollution. Many other helpful items of information are provided at their website. Their mailing address is 203 Governor Street, Suite 213, Richmond, VA 23219-2094
Tel: (804) 786-1712 Website: http://www.dcr.state.va.us/sw/index.htm

The Water Education Foundation’s mission is to create a better understanding of water issues and help resolve water resource problems through educational programs. The non-profit organization has special projects and holds an annual Spring meeting featuring leaders from water stakeholder groups, the legislature and governmental agencies and plays a role in policy decisions about water. Website: http://www.water-ed.org/

Water Management, Inc. specializes in custom solutions to water needs for both residential and nonresidential clientele. Since 1980, WMI has designed and implemented water efficiency programs for Public Housing Authorities, Federal and State Facilities, Military Complexes and many other industrial, commercial and institutional properties from California, Colorado, Tennessee, Virginia and elsewhere across the United States.
Website: http://www.watermgt.com/

Water Quality Association is constantly monitoring proposed and current bills, laws and regulations related to water quality to ensure every consumer has access to the safest, best-tasting water possible. Website: http://www.wqa.org/

The Wildlife Habitat Council works with corporate, private, government and conservation communities to improve and manage habitat along river corridors and watersheds. Website: http://www.wildlifehc.org/about/index.cfm

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Buncombe County’s Department of Environment, Soil and Water has a link to the North Carolina Agriculture Cost Share Program that provides a 75% cost share to persons who install products to improve water quality on agricultural land, as well as other incentive programs.
Website: http://www.buncombecounty.org/Dept_Environ_Soil&Water/A1.htm

Founded in 1973, the Cape Fear River Assembly’s mission is to provide the highest quality of life for residents in the area through the proper management of the Cape Fear River’s tributaries and adjacent land. Through education, investigation effectuation, they are the stewards of the river system and an educator for the public. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1089, Fayetteville, NC 28302 Tel: (910) 223-4920 Fax: (910) 486-9057.
Email: cfra@faynet.com Website: http://www.cfra-nc.org/acfra.htm

Cape Fear River Watch is a non-profit organization and open to everyone. They are dedicated to improving and preserving the Cape Fear River Watershed. They offer environmental education, canoe outings, hands-on experiences and provide a public research library. CFRW also host seminars on environmental and preservation issues, as well as sponsoring and conducting clean-ups of area waterways. Cape Fear River Watch, Inc., 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-762-5606 Fax: 910-772-9381 Email: CFRW@wilmington.net

The Catawba Land Conservancy protects land, water and wildlife in the Southern Piedmont and Lower Catawba River Basin. Founded in Charlotte, NC in 1991, their mission is to sustain the region’s health, natural beauty and ecological diversity now and for generations to come. Mailing address: 105 West Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Tel: (704) 342-3330 Website: http://www.catawbalands.org/us.asp

Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to preserving, protecting and restoring the fragile ecosystem of the Catawba Basin’s rivers, lakes and creeks. They are committed to halting abuse and to the restoration through education, enforcement and coordinated efforts. They keep a watchful eye to that future generations can enjoy the Catawba River’s communities and environment for years to come.
Mailing address: 926 Elizabeth Ave., Suite 301, Charlotte, NC 28204 Tel: (704) 373-1916 Fax: (704) 373-1665
Website: http://www.catawbariverkeeper.org/

Clean Water Fund of NC 706 South 7th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 772-9822 email to: piedmont@triad.rr.com for more information.
Established in 1991, The Conservation Trust for North Carolina is the only statewide land trust working with communities, landowners, land trusts, and other conservation organizations to protect North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. CTNC also leads statewide land and water protection efforts, such as farm and rural community preservation, water quality protection planning, and smart growth initiatives. Mailing address: P.O. Box 33333, Raleigh, NC 27636-3333 Tel: (919) 828-4199
Website: http://www.ctnc.org

The Conservation Council of North Carolina is a statewide lobbying organization speaking out on behalf of North Carolina’s environment. Giving a voice to individuals and organizations across the state, they work towards making state policies and laws designed to ward off environmental threats to North Carolina. Mailing address: PO Box 12671 • Raleigh, NC 27605 Tel: (919) 839-0006 fax: (919) 839-0767
Email: info@conservationcouncilnc.org Website: http://www.serve.com/ccnc/
The Eno River Association is a non-profit conservation organization that has been together since 1966 to conserve and protect the natural, cultural and historic resources of the Eno River Basin through environmental education to advocacy. They were actively involved in the efforts to establish the Eno River State Park and to date have successfully protected over 3,700 acres. Mailing address: 4419 Guess Rd., Durham, NC 27712
Tel: (919) 620-9099 Fax: (919) 477-0448
Email: association@enoriver.org Website: http://www.enoriver.org/

French Broad River Watershed Education Training Center provides educational programs to landowners, concerned citizens, natural resource managers and public officials in Transylvania, Henderson, Buncombe, Haywood and Madison counties. All efforts are coordinated with the NC State University’s Soil and Water Environmental Technology Center and hosted by The North Carolina Arboretum.
Website: http://bae00du.bae.ncsu.edu/bae/programs/extension/wqg/frenchbroad/about.html

Haw River Assembly has been defending the river since 1982. They are a non-profit citizens’ group focused on restoring and protecting the Haw River and Jordan Lake. The promote environmental education, conservation and pollution prevention. They have a traveling environmental education program and the Haw River Watch Project monitors the Haw and its tributaries. In 2000, they started their Stream Steward Project, “saving the river one backyard at a time!” Mailing address: P.O. Box 187, Bynum, NC 27228
Website: http://www.hawriver.org/

Since 1954, the High Rock Lake Association has kept residents informed about industry and legislative action that might affect the lake and their lives. The key concern of the association is protecting the waters of the lake now and for future generations. Their website is constantly updated to keep lake residents aware of current affairs, legislation and industry action that may ultimately affect their homes and the lake. Recent efforts by the association were very instrumental in restoring the lake to desirable levels, resulting in the highest winter lake levels seen in years. Web site: http://www.hrla.com/

The Lake Gaston Association is a citizen’s organization formed in 1988 to maintain and enhance recreational and residential enjoyment of Lake Gaston. Projects they are involved in include: aquatic weed control, zoning of land and water and licensing of structures to name a few. Serving as a “Single, unified voice” for Lake Gaston, North Carolina and Virginia. They assist Dominion Power in communicating Shoreline Management policies. Mailing address: P.O. Box 238, Gasburg, VA 23857, Tel: (252) 586-6577 Email: Environment@LakeGastonAssoc.com
Website: http://www.lakegastonassoc.com/

Lake Norman CoveKEEPERS are dedicated to protecting Lake Norman and the Catawba River. Their site has many links to other environmental sites.
Web site: http://www.lakenormankeepers.com/index.htm

Lower Cape Fear River Program provides environmental assessment reports that help provide information to help shape and control the ecology of the Cape Fear River system. Interacting with regulatory agencies, academic institutions, local industries and groups to develop and effective and successful management plan, the program also initiates studies and assists in obtaining funds for the research.
Website: http://www.uncwil.edu/cmsr/aquaticecology/lcfrp/mission.htm

The Million Acre Plan is Brunswick County’s way to preserve nearly 6,500 acres of land, working with the state and private and corporate entities. One particular project, the Town Creek Project, was collaboration between the state, International Paper and the Coastal Land Trust to protect water quality and conserve natural resources.
http://dcm2.enr.state.nc.us/CAMAgram/Winter2001/million_acre_plan.htm

Moore County Soil and Water Conservation, Moore County, NC’s mission is to preserve natural resources for all land users and to provide technical, educational and financial assistance to Moore County residents. They have a comprehensive educational program with an extensive library of videos and booklets. For more information, contact Marc deBree in the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation at marc.debree@ncmail.net
Website: http://www.co.moore.nc.us/envservices/SandW/soil_water2002/education.htm\

The Neuse River Foundation constantly addresses new issues facing the protection of the Neuse River. This non-profit organization recently formed the NRF “Hall of Fame” to honor those who have worked so hard. It highlights the grassroots efforts and activities of the staff and volunteers. Website: http://www.neuseriver.org/

Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences, a division of Duke University works as an environmental forum with input from Duke-law, business, medicine, science and engineering. Their goal is to develop critical and creative people who will help shape tomorrow’s Earth.
Website: http://www.env.duke.edu/about/who.html

North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund was created in 1996 to help make grants available to local governments, state agencies and conservation non-profit agencies to help finance projects specifically addressing water pollution problems. Mailing address: 530 N.Wimington Street - Raleigh, NC 27604 Tel: (919) 733-6375
Website: http://www.cwmtf.net/

The North Carolina Coastal Land Trust helps to protect valuable natural areas and waters, both locally and regionally. They were formed in 1992 and has since protected over 23,000 acres of barrier islands, riparian corridors and other special areas.
Website: http://www.coastallandtrust.org/

The North Carolina Natural Heritage Trust Fund was established in 1987 to help provide supplemental funding for state agencies for the acquisition and the protection of North Carolina’s ecological diversity, cultural heritage and to inventory the state’s natural areas. Grant applications can be downloaded from their website, as well as other information in regards to funding and objectives.
Website: http://www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/heritage/nhtf.html#origins

NC Department of Administration, State Property Office is the administering agency for the acquisition and disposition of all state owned land or any interest therein by deed, lease, easement, or allocation. It is responsible for the administering of allocation and reallocation of land, building or space in buildings by and between agencies, institutions or departments of the state. Mailing address: 116 West Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27603 Tel: (919) 733-4346

NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Plant Industry Division, Plant Protection Section, Plant Conservation Program is responsible for the listing and protection of North Carolina's endangered plants and threatened plant species. The Plant Conservation Board is a regulatory board representing botanical, horticultural, conservation, forestry, and agricultural interests, and the Plant Conservation Scientific Committee, an advisory group to the Board and the Program. Mailing address: PO Box 27647, Raleigh, NC 27611 Tel: (919) 733-3610

North Carolina Coastal Federation founded in 1982 by grassroots groups concerned about coastal issues. With over 7,500 member and 200 affiliated organizations, the NCCF focuses on restoration, protection of coastal water quality and encourage sound environmental and educational programs. They offer training programs for volunteers, lobby for protective environmental rules and conduct educational trips for schools. Mailing address: 3609 Hwy 24 (Ocean), Newport, NC 28570, Tel: (252) 393-8185 or 1-800-232-6210. Website: http://www.nccoast.org/index.htm

North Carolina Coastal Land Trust is active throughout the Coastal Plain of North Carolina. They bring together citizens, landowners, natives and newcomers to set aside land for conservation. They strive to protect coastal habitats: beaches, dunes, estuarine intertidal flats and maritime scrub communities. Included are rivers and streamsides, protecting water quality for wildlife and recreational purposes. Mailing address: 3806-B Park Ave., Wilmington, NC 28403. Tel: (910) 790-4524 Fax: (910) 790-0392 New Bern Office: P.O. Box 15451, 220 S. Front St., New Bern, NC 28561 Tel: (252) 634-1927 Fax: (252) 514-0051
Website: http://www.coastallandtrust.org/pages/about_us.html

NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is the lead stewardship agency for the preservation and protection of North Carolina's outstanding natural resources. The agency's activities range from helping to make sure drinking water is safe to managing state parks and forests for safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation experiences. Mailing address: 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Tel: (919) 733-4984 Website: http://www.enr.state.nc.us

NC Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) mission is to provide and support a safe and integrated transportation system that enhances the state. NCDOT fulfills this mission through two major thrusts. NCDOT remains committed to eliminating the highway maintenance backlog and reducing congestion while protecting and improving the state's natural resources. Mailing address: 1500 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1500 Phone: (919) 733-2520 Fax: (919) 733-9150

NC Division of Coastal Management (DCM) provides leadership and guidance in the protection, conservation and management of North Carolina's coastal resources, through a comprehensive planning and resource management program. Mailing address: 1638 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1638 Tel: (919) 733-2293
Email: DCMFrontdesk@ncmail.net Website: http://dcm2.enr.state.nc.us/

NC Division of Forest Resources primarily ensures adequate and quality forest resources for the present and future generations. Directly involved in forest management, they assist landowners, reforestation services, forest fire prevention suppression, as well as insect and disease control programs. They provide long range forestry and technical development plans for water quality controls, urban forestry assistance and training, along with supporting volunteer fire departments and forestry education.
Website: http://www.dfr.state.nc.us/

NC Division of Soil & Water Conservation cooperates with federal agencies and local partners to administer a comprehensive statewide program to protect and conserve the state's soil and water resources. Mailing address: 1614 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1614 Tel: (919) 733-2302 Email: DCMFrontdesk@ncmail.net
Website: http://www.enr.state.nc.us/DSWC/

NC Division of Water Resources administers programs for river basin management, rivers assessment, water supply assistance, water conservation, and water resources development. The Division conducts special studies on instream flow needs and serves as the State liaison with federal agencies on major water resources related projects. The Division also administers two environmental education outreach programs, Stream Watch and Project WET. Information on two environmental education outreach programs is available on their website: http://www.ncwater.org/ Mailing address: 12 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604 Tel: (919) 733-3558 Email: DCMFrontdesk@ncmail.net
Also look at: http://www.dwr.ehnr.state.nc.us/Other_Water_Related_Sites/

The NC Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has an "Educator Portal" at http://www.enr.state.nc.us/html/educator2.html that links directly to educational resources from many DENR divisions, such as Soil and Water Conservation, Water Quality and Water Resources. These include:
• Professional development opportunities;
• Support materials to facilitate hands-on learning activities;
• Field trips and site visits;
• Programs and activities that come to you;
• Kids pages

The Environmental Education Clearinghouse website at http://www.ee.enr.state.nc.us/ provides access to a number of free educational resources. Of particular interest are:

• River Basin booklets and maps http://www.ee.enr.state.nc.us/ecoadr/ecoad_rb.htm

• Polluted Runoff prevention http://www.ee.enr.state.nc.us/Polluted%20Runoff/polluted_runoff.htm

• Library featuring Environmental Education Collection http://www.ee.enr.state.nc.us/library/ee.htm

• Links to over 170 environmental education Centers statewide http://www.ee.enr.state.nc.us/EECenters/eecAlpha.htm

A wide variety of Environmental Information topics from many DENR divisions are also available at http://www.enr.state.nc.us/html/enviroeducation.html .

North Carolina Drought Monitoring Council is conducting a “Drought Impact Survey for Business and Government” with an online questionnaire. They offer tips on conservation, education and look at drought management at Jordan Lake-Cape Fear and the Yadkin-PeeDee. Check out their recommendations.
Website: http://www.ncwater.org/water_supply_planning/drought_monitoring_council/index.shtml

The North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve is a cooperative program between the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources/Division of Coastal Management and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The Estuarine Reserve is part of the Coastal Reserve Program of the Division of Coastal Management. Email: Reserve Manager Dr. John Taggart Website: http://www.ncnerr.org

The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program is a part of the Division of Parks and Recreation within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The program inventories, catalogues, and facilitates protection of the rarest and the most outstanding elements of the natural diversity of our state. Mailing address: North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, 1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1615
Tel: (919) 715-8697 Fax: (919) 715-3085
Website: http://www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/nhp/

North Carolina Rural Water Association (NCRWA) has a mission which reads: “To provide the North Carolina water and wastewater industry with the highest quality support services to assist them in meeting their goals.” Find out how the resources they make available to for this to happen (some information requires membership in their organization). Website: http://www.ncrwa.com/ncrwa.htm

North Carolina State Parks System exists for the enjoyment, education, health, and inspiration of all our citizens and visitors. Its mission is to conserve and protect representative examples of the natural beauty, ecological features and recreational resources of statewide significance; to provide outdoor recreational opportunities in a safe and healthy environment; and to provide environmental education opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural heritage. Mailing address: NC Division of Parks and Recreation 1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1615
Email: DCMFrontdesk@ncmail.net
Website: NC Division of Parks and Recreation

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) is dedicated to the wise-use, conservation, and management of the state's fish and wildlife resources. The WRC consists of wildlife and fisheries biologists, wildlife enforcement officers, educators, engineers and administrative staff in nine districts across the state. Mailing address:
512 North Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27611 Tel: (919) 733-3391
Web: http://216.27.49.98/

The Pamlico-Tar River Foundation has been the voice of the Tar-Pamlico River since 1981. The non-profit group has dedicated themselves to protecting, preserving and promoting the environmental quality of the river and its watershed. Mailing address: 108 Gladden Street, Washington, NC 27889 Tel: (252) 946-7211 Fax: (252) 946-9492.
Email: info@ptrf.org Website: http://www.ptrf.org/

Roanoke River Basin Association is a non-profit organization that serves as a catalyst to bring about strong public support for wise management of Basin resources. The association establishes a strategy for the development, use, preservation and enhancement of the resources the Basin provides, always keeping the best interest of today and tomorrow in mind. Mailing address: c/o Harold Carawan, Treasurer, P.O. Box 27, Gasburg, VA 23857 Website: http://www.rrba.org/home.html

The Roanoke River Partners is an independent, non-profit organization and individuals formed to create a positive, healthy vision and future for the Roanoke River, Albemarle Sound and their communities. Mailing address: PO Box 488, Windsor, NC 27983-0488
Website: http://www.roanokeriverpartners.org/
or: http://www.northeast-nc.com/roanokeriver/

Save Our State brings together business people and policy makers to find ways to reduce waste and use our resources efficiently. Actively engaged in water quality issues, they have hosted many forums on coastal issues and regional approaches to water protection. Mailing address: P.O. Box 88, Raleigh, NC 27602 Tel: (919) 839-2111
Email: info@sosnc.org Website: http://www.sosnc.org/index.html

Southern Appalachian Man and the Biosphere trains volunteers from the southern Appalachian area to monitor ecological health in their community. The program entitled,
“SAVEM” (Southern Appalachian Volunteer Environmental Monitoring). The group works toward a harmonious relationship between people and the environment by promoting environmental health, as well as stewardship of natural, economic and cultural resources in the South Appalachians. A cooperative of 11 federal and 3 state natural resources agencies, SAMAB gives private individuals, firms, academic institutions and communities an opportunity to help the environment. Mailing address: 314 Conference Center Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4138, Tel: (865) 974-4583 Fax: (865) 974-4609 Email: samba@utk.edu Website: http://samab.org/

The Triangle School Wastewater Treatment and Recycling Facility features a wastewater recycling on-site in North Carolina. Take a guided tour of the Chatham County, North Carolina system to find out how wastewater is treated and how to reuse it. The treatment facility, the first of its kind in the state, features a greenhouse that contains soil filters and an aquatic ecosystem; the nutrients from wastewater is used to fertilize landscape plants. Combining recreational, educational and interactive spaces for students, employees and visitors, the Triangle School Wastewater Treatment and Recycling works with a team from North Carolina State University and enables educators to suggest experiments and interact with researchers. In fact, a team from North Carolina State University designed the site, which allows students from the Chatham County Public Schools and visitors at the Exploris Museum. Take the guided tour and be sure to follow the links. Website: http://www.waterrecycling.com/

Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) of the University of North Carolina, was established in 1964 as one of 54 state water institutes authorized to administer and promote federal and state partnerships in water-related issues. They fund research geared to help local, state and federal agencies manage NC’s water resources and work closely with the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources. Mailing address: Office Suite 1131, Jordan Hall, Box 7912, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-7912 Tel: (919) 515-2815 Fax: (919) 515-2839, Email: water_resources@ncsu.edu Website: http://www2.ncsu.edu/ncsu/CIL/WRRI/index.html

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, established in 1936, has made grants to nonprofit, tax-exempt, charitable organizations and institutions in all 100 counties in North Carolina. Many of those grants were to fund preservation, protection and the improvement of the state’s “diverse and precious natural areas, prevent irreversible damage to the environment and to advocate for environmental justice.” The key component to ensure such goals is environmental education. Website: http://www.zsr.org/

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Other Federal Agencies

The Bureau of Reclamation, established in 1902, is best known for the construction dams, power plants and canals in the 17 western states. They are now the largest wholesaler of water in the country, bringing water to over 31 million people and providing irrigation to one out of five Western farmers. Their mission is to assist in meeting the increasing water demands of the West and to protect the environment, as well as the public’s interests. Website: http://www.usbr.gov/

The Council on Environmental Quality, American Heritage Rivers Initiative helps communities restore and protect their rivers in a way that integrates conservation, economic development, and the preservation of historical and cultural values. CEQ, Old Executive Office Building, Room 360, Washington, DC 20501, Tel: 202.395.7417, Fax: 202.456.6546.Website: http://www.epa.gov/rivers

Index of Watershed Indicators, this EPA watershed database allows the user to locate a watershed using clickable maps, check out its status, make maps, submit information, and more. Indicators include designated use attainment, fish advisories, source water condition, population change, wetlands’ loss, and agricultural runoff.
Website: http://www.epa.gov/iwi

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has a drought information center where you can find information on drought and climate conditions. It also contains links to many other water issue sites. Website: http://www.drought.noaa.gov/

National Estuary Program (NEP), Office of Water, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was established to identify, restore, and protect nationally significant estuaries of the United States. The program is designed to encourage local communities to take responsibility for managing their own estuaries.
Website: http://www.epa.gov/owow/estuaries

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