The guidance contains information on the best available, economically achievable means of reducing nonpoint source pollution through the protection and restoration of wetlands and riparian areas, as well as the implementation of vegetated treatment systems. EPA announces the release of How's My Waterway. The map includes: complete coverage of the Northeast's 140 common and unique terrestrial habitats, from the serpentine ridges of the Gaspe Peninsula to the limestone barrens of western Virginia; information on each habitat's ecology, plants and animals, securement level, regional abundance, and predicted loss to development; base maps to explore how the Habitat Map overlays on satellite imagery or topographic maps; and scientifically rigorous datasets, reports, and an interactive web map. This EPA website provides guidance on the types and methods for watershed assessments as well as actual assessment reports. Northeast Stream Temperature Inventory & Decision Support Tool (NorEaST), Noxious and Nuisance Plant Management Information System (PMIS), Recommendations for Constructing Roadside Vegetation Barriers to Improve Near-Road Air Quality, ReefLink: A Decision Support Tool for Linking Coral Reefs and Society through Systems Thinking, Supporting Monarch Butterflies as Pollinators - A New Mapping Tool and Case Study (On Demand), Terrestrial Habitat Map for the Northeast US and Atlantic Canada, Tool Kit for Integrating Land Use and Transportation Decision-Making, Tools to Identify Resilient Streams to Mitigate Impacts of Drought in the Northwest US, Watershed Assessment, Tracking & Environmental ResultS (WATERS), Watershed Management Optimization Support Tool (WMOST), Wild Pigs on USACE Projects: Management Challenges, Research Opportunities and Lessons Learned (Web-based, On-Demand), DoD Partners in Flight Steppingstones Newsletter, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-US Newsletter, Alliance for Water Efficiency's Resource Library, Coastal Zone Information Center (CZIC) Collection Digital Library, Federal Lands Transportation Institute (FLTI) Resource Library, Water Quality Standards Reference Library, American Rainwater Catchment System Association (ARCSA), Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF), Coral Disease and Health Consortium (CDHC), Department of Defense (DoD) Natural Resources Program, Federal Lands Transportation Institute (FLTI), Integrated Pest Management Institute of North America, Interagency Marine Debris Coordinating Committee, International Erosion Control Association, National Association of State Archeologists, Society for Ecological Restoration International, Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners, Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards: Winners of the Natural Resources Awards, Best Management Practices for Preparing Vessels Intended to Create Artificial Reefs, Guide for Considering Climate Change in Coastal Conservation, Smart Growth for Coastal and Waterfront Communities, Synthesis of Adaptation Options for Coastal Areas, The Coastal Adaptation Strategies Handbook, Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Emergency Consultations for National Defense, Endangered Species Act Consultation Handbook, Accounting for Trees in Stormwater Models, Adaptive Management: The U.S. Department of the Interior Applications Guide, Climate-Smart Conservation: Putting Adaption Principles into Practice, Eco-Logical: An Ecosystem Approach to Developing Infrastructure Projects, Environmentally Sensitive Maintenance for Dirt and Gravel Roads, Future of America's Forests and Rangelands: Forest Service 2010 Resources Planning Act Assessment, Guidelines for the Treatment of Cultural Landscapes, National Estuary Program Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plans (CCMP), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Strategic Plan, Preliminary Review of Adaptation Options for Climate-Sensitive Ecosystems and Resources, Reducing Stormwater Costs through Low Impact Development (LID) Strategies and Practices, Addressing the Energy - Water Nexus: A Blueprint for Action and Policy Agenda, Technical Guidance on Implementing the Stormwater Runoff Requirements for Federal Projects under Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA), Water Conservation and the Whole Building Design Guide, A Quick Guide to Developing Watershed Plans to Restore and Protect Our Waters, Application of Watershed Ecological Risk Assessment Methods to Watershed Management, Community Based Watershed Management: Lessons from the National Estuary Program, Guidance for Federal Land Management in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, Handbook for Developing Watershed Plans to Restore and Protect Our Waters, Incorporating Wetlands into Watershed Planning, Integrated Assessments for Watershed Health, National Management Measures to Control Nonpoint Source Pollution from Urban Areas, Application of Elements of a State Water Monitoring and Assessment Program for Wetlands, Biodiversity Values of Geographically Isolated Wetlands in the United States, Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment and Wildlife Habitat, National Management Measures to Protect and Restore Wetlands and Riparian Areas for the Abatement of Nonpoint Source Pollution, National Wetlands Condition Assessment (NWCA), Stormwater Wet Pond and Wetland Management Guidebook, 2006 Suggested Practices for Avian Protection on Power Lines, USDA Grant and Partnership Programs that can Address Invasive Species Research, Technical Assistance, Prevention and Control (PDF 74.73 KB), Alternative Transportation Systems (ATS) and the Role of Partnerships, Stakeholder Participation, and Public Involvement, Changes in Pathogen Exposure Pathways under Non-Stationary Conditions and Their Implications for Wildlife and Human Exposure on Department of Defense Lands (Web-based) (11/05/2020), Climate-Smart Conservation (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills for Cultural and Natural Resource Managers (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Control and Management of Non-Native Invasive Fish (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Ecological Risk Assessment: Advanced (Web-based), Ecological Risk Assessment: An Introduction (Web-based), Endangered Species Act (ESA) Obligations During an Emergency Response (PDF 4.54 MB), Endangered Species Act (ESA) Take Permits and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) (PDF 4.88 MB), Endangered Species Act of 1973 – Overview (Web-based, On-Demand), Endangered Species Act: A Practical Primer (ESA) for Decision Makers, Biologists and Staff Specialists (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Endangered Species Recovery Planning and Implementation (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Essential Aspects of Monarch Habitat in the Southeast (Web-based) (11/04/2020), FIFRA Section 18 Emergency Exemption Program Training (Web-based, On Demand), Forestry Best Management Practices in Watersheds (Web-based, On-Demand), Fundamentals of Wetlands Ecology (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Habitat Conservation Planning For Endangered Species (Classroom, Multiple Offerings) (Shepherdstown, WV), Habitat Site Restoration (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Healthy Soils for a Sustainable Future: Soil Health and Greenhouse Gases (Web-based (08/21/2020), How Both Short and Long Term Wildlife Research can Inform Management (Web-based) (10/29/2020), How Both Short and Long Term Wildlife Research can Inform Management (Web-based) (11/10/2020), Igniting the Science of Outdoor Recreation: A Research Strategy for Sustainable Recreation and Tourism on Public Lands (Web-based, On-Demand), Innovative Approaches to Wildlife and Highways Interactions (IAWHI) (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Interagency Consultation for Endangered Species (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Introduction to Species Status Assessment (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Introduction to Tribal Lands & Their Management (Web-based) (11/13/2020), Introductory Curriculum on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation and Conserving and Enhancing Forest Carbon Stocks (REDD+) (Web-based, On Demand), Invasive Species Webinar Series (web-based, on demand), Landscape Preservation: An Introduction (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Longleaf Topics for NRCS Professionals in South Carolina: Fire & Wildlife (Web-based) (11/04/2020), Migratory Bird Conservation (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), Moving To Virtual Programs: A Discussion with Natural Resource Professionals (Web-based, On-Demand), Natural Resources Compliance (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), NEPA Compliance and Cultural Resources (Classroom, Multiple Offerings), North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) International Symposium (Minneapolis, MN) (11/16/2020), Planning for Essential Fish Habitat, Coastal Zones, and Coral Reef Special Environmental Concerns (Web-based, On Demand), Supporting Monarch Butterflies as Pollinators; A New Mapping Tool and Case Study (Web-based, On Demand), Sustainable Recreation Partnerships with Federal Agencies: Lessons from California's Eastern Sierra (Web-based, On-Demand), The Effects of Climate Change on Outdoor Recreation in the United States (Web-based, On-Demand), The Role of Alternative Transportation Systems in National Park and Federal Lands for Enhancing Visitor Experiences and Preserving Resources (Web-based, On Demand), Woods for Wildlife: Forestry for Birds and Commonly Used Herbicides for Habitat Management (Web-based) (11/05/2020), Working with Local Governments: A Practical Guide for Installations (PDF 4.03 MB), 2020 American Water Resources Association Annual Conference (Virtual Event), ACES: A Community on Ecosystem Services (Bonita Springs, FL), Annual International Conference on Soil, Water, Energy, and Air (San Diego, CA), POSTPONED to May 18-21, 2021 - River Management Symposium – Mountain Creeks to Metro Canals (Richmond, VA), S. 4704. The map uses a classification system adapted from the U.S. National Vegetation Classification and Canadian Nation Vegetation Classification in consultation with NatureServe and its partners. ARCSA promotes rainwater catchment systems in the United States through educational opportunities and the exchange of information at their Web site and through their workshops. This website provides ready access to federally maintained geospatial data, services and applications. Every drop of water saved in the U.S. saves energy, and every unit of energy saved saves water. Case studies and interactive exercises are used to reinforce lecture sessions. A lock ( dom_i.query('img','.centerColImg').each(function(){ The DoD Natural Resources Program (NR Program) supports the military's testing and training mission by protecting its biological resources. dom_i.query(this).css("float","none"); Secure .gov websites use HTTPS This award is given to recognize efforts to promote the conservation of natural resources, including the identification, protection, and restoration of biological resources and habitats; the sound management and use of the land and its resources; and the promotion of the conservation ethic. EnviroAtlas is designed for people from all levels of government, professionals, researchers, educators, non-governmental organizations, and anyone interested in considering the benefits or impacts of a decision, such as siting a new road or city park. NatureServe and its partners not only collect and manage detailed local information on plants, animals, and ecosystems, but develop information products, data management tools, and conservation services to help meet local, national, and global conservation needs. Structures Review Resources The following is a list of federal and state agencies that routinely participate in the Section 106 process. ONRR has collected more than $55 million in civil penalties since its inception in 1982.Learn More. Federal Highway Administrationhttp://www.fhwa.dot.gov/indiv/. CDHC is involved in activitie such as: sequencing the coral genome, setting diagnostic criteria, and developing diagnostic tools.