Science and Environment Washington, DC United States

Science and Environment Washington, DC United States

Science and Environment

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- Promotes interest in Pre-Columbian cultures through annual symposia, monthly meetings, and a newsletter. Includes newsletter index.
- A project to restore the tree canopy of Washington, DC, administered by the Garden Clubs of America. Includes a review of the street tree inventory carried out in 2002.
- Works to protect critical natural lands. Features places protected, events, news and volunteer opportunities.
- A consortium of conservation organizations that meets regularly to focus on environmental problems specific to the region, exchange information, and coordinate strategies. Includes background documents [PDF].
- Non-profit organization supports projects and provides information on low-impact storm water management and urban forestry. Includes information on green roofs, rain gardens, and tree care.
- Showcases plants that can survive the area's often snowy winters.
- Bibliography of books, articles, and other resources on the natural history of Washington, D.C. Compiled by Ryan Shepard.
- Conducts a broad based program contributing to basic and developmental research and the implementation of new technologies for the florist and nursery industries.
- Advocates transportation investments, land use policies, and community designs that enhance existing communities and the environment of the region.
- Works to prevent and control environmentally related diseases while protecting and preserving the ecological system in the district. Features a guide to the bureaus and divisions that make up the Administration.
- Searchable database of information and images. Includes organisms and regional nature and preservation areas in the D.C. area.
- Volunteer group that picks up trash and recyclables from public areas every other weekend. Features FAQ, news, awards, volunteer opportunities and articles.
- Acquires, develops, maintains and administers a regional system of parks in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties in Maryland.
- Works for economic growth, increased energy efficiency and greater reliance on cost-effective clean and renewable energy sources. Features contact information.
- Focused on ensuring that national clean water and clean air standards are properly set and enforced in the District. Features urgent cases, opportunities for action, legislative information, news and campaigns.
- Network of individuals, businesses, and organizations working to create a sustainable future for the region.
- Offers information about flora native to the area. Includes a specimen database, projects, spring flowering records and a gallery.
- Committed to helping one hundred public high school students create opportunities for brighter futures through mentorship, educational enrichment, and the fostering of a sense of environmental stewardship.
- Local affiliate of the National Association of Environmental Professionals.
- Seismic history of DC from the National Earthquake Information Center.
- Information on the frequent mishaps under the streets of the city.

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