North America- United States- New York- Science and Environment

11 pages found in Science and Environment:

Concerned Citizens of Cattaraugus County, Inc.

An environmental and health watchdog organization in rural western New York. Website includes news and information on landfills, incinerators, and waste-related issues statewide.
http://www.homestead.com/concernedcitizens/index.html

Cornell Forestry Extension

Offers educational and research support for private, non-industrial forest areas. Page includes events calendar, list of publications, press releases, specialists, program information, and virtual tours.
http://www.dnr.cornell.edu/ext/forestconnect/

Earth Day New York

An educational, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes environmental awareness and solutions through programs and events.
http://www.earthdayny.org/

Environmental Advocates

Watchdog group on environmental issues affecting New York. Safeguarding public health and preserving natural heritage through advocacy, coalition building, citizen education and policy development.
http://www.eany.org

The Hudson River PCB Controversy

High school students from Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley tackled issues surrounding proposals to dredge the Hudson River to remove PCBs (poly-chlorinated biphenyls) from the ecosysytem.
http://www.academic.marist.edu/schol01/

Living in New York

Reports, news items, photos, quotes and opinions on the industrial wind turbine phenomenon in New York State.
http://www.livinginnewyork.org

New York Geology Resource Forum

Guide to internet information and other resources on state geology.
http://newyork.geology-forum.com/

New York Rural Water Association

Not-for-profit organization assisting the formation and operation of rural water and wastewater systems. Includes technical bulletins, archived issues of Aquafacts magazine, membership benefits, and other news and information.
http://www.nyruralwater.org/

The New York State Biodiversity Clearinghouse

Information about the state's plants and animals and their ecological habitats, with links to related resources.
http://www.nybiodiversity.org/

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) - New York State's environmental protection and regulatory agency.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/

New York State Environment

Official state page with links for policies, parks and tourist information.
http://www.nysegov.com/citGuide.cfm?superCat=396