An environment is a complex of surrounding circumstances, conditions, or influences in which a thing is situated or is developed, or in which a person or organism lives, modifying and determining its life or character.
Science and Environment :: Appalachia
Science and Environment :: United States

2bnTheWild - Images and information on hundreds of wild plants found in the southeastern US, with a collection of the photographer's stock photos of wildlife and other nature and natural history subjects.
Meta Description: [ Thumbnails of stock images, Photography, Wildlife, Natural History, Native Plants ]
Association of Southeastern Biologists - Encourages biological research and the preservation of biological resources in the region. Organization information, news, annual conference announcements, job openings, and related information.
Bi-State Catawba River Task Force - Exists to preserve and enhance the quality of the Catawba River from its headwaters in North Carolina to Lake Wateree, South Carolina, as a drinking water source and as a unique environment and recreational resource. Includes information about the organization and the river.
Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League - Regional, community-based, non-profit environmental organization in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Information about projects and issues.
Meta Description: [ The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League is a regional, community-based, non-profit environmental organization. Our founding principles are earth stewardship, environmental democracy, social justice, and community empowerment. ]
Carolina Falls - Features photographs of waterfalls in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia as well as maps and driving directions to the falls.
Meta Description: [ Waterfalls - Take a backcountry journey through
the mountains and foothills of North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia.
As we embark on some of the most beautiful waterfalls around., Gift and Signs ]
Dogwood Alliance - Organization working to preserve and restore native forest ecosystems in the southeastern United States; includes current research, details on campaigns, chipmills, and ways to get involved.
Meta Description: [ Dogwood Alliance is a growing regional network, comprised
of 70 grassroots organizations in 17 states and concerned citizens
from across the nation. We share a mission of protecting
Southern forests and communities by engendering broad-based, diverse
... ]
Forest Health, Southern Region - Information about forest insects and tree diseases in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North and South Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. From the USDA Forest Service.
Meta Description: [ USDA Forest Service - Forest Health Protection, Southern Region ]
Ground Water Atlas of the United States: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina - Online USGS report describes the groundwater resources of this 4-state region.
Meta Description: [ Atlas of principal bedrock aquifers,
aquifer systems and ground water in the United States ]
Ground Water Atlas of the United States: Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi - Online USGS report describes the groundwater resources of this 3-state region.
Meta Description: [ Atlas of principal bedrock aquifers,
aquifer systems and ground water in the United States ]
Interface South - Compendium of news and information on ecological and social concerns related to the wildland-urban interface -- areas where population and development are rapidly expanding, on the edges of towns and cities across the South.
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Powering the South - NGO promoting sustainable energy in six southeastern states (Alabama, the Carolinas, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee). Includes reports on electricity generation, legislation, environmental impacts, and activist initiatives in the region and the individual states.
Meta Description: [ This is the Internet information service of the Renewable Energy Policy Project, and is your site for Sustainable Energy and Development Information in the South. ]
Southeast Region National Wildlife Refuges - Fact sheets, hunting and fishing regulations, and other information about refuges in the 10-state region.
Meta Description: [ The mission of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, working with others, is to conserve, protect, and enhance fish and wildlife and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. ]
Southeast Watershed Forum - Center for watershed resources for local organizations and communities to better protect land and water resources.
Southeastern Cave Conservancy - Nonprofit organization engaged in cave conservation in the southeastern states, through acquisition, management, and education of cavers and the public. Includes organization and membership information, details of caves owned, legal information, advice for cave owners, and links to related sites.
Southeastern Exotic Pest Plant Council - About exotic plants invading natural areas in the southeastern states, controlling invasive plants, and landscaping with native plants.
Meta Description: [ Invasive Species: any species of insects, animals, plants and pathogens, including its seeds, eggs, spores, or other biological material capable of propagating that species, that is not native to that ecosystem; and whose introduction does or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm or h... ]
Southeastern Fishes Council - Scientific organization dedicated to the study and conservation of freshwater and coastal fishes of the region. Organization information and abstracts and listings of publications.
Meta Description: [ Florida Museum of Natural History Ichthyology Department homepage. This page contains, educational sections about the biology, ecology and conservation of fishes and sharks. A rich photo gallery features the work of world-renowned underwater photographers. Host for International Shark Attack File... ]
Southeastern Rare Plant Information Network - Database on rare plant information species in the region, including records for North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and north and central Florida.
Southeastern Regional Biomass Energy Program - Information about federal government activities supporting the development of bioenergy resources in the region.
Meta Description: [ Southeastern Regional Biomass Energy Program ]
Southern Environmental Law Center - Nonprofit advocacy organization that protects the environmental quality and outstanding natural resources of Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Southern Regional Aquaculture Center - Encourages cooperative and collaborative research and extension education programs in aquaculture throughout the region. Includes information about fish and shellfish production and methods used in the region.
Meta Description: [ Southern Regional Aquaculture
Center. ]
Southern States Energy Board - Regional compact of 16 states plus Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, promoting innovations in energy and environment. Describes the organization, its committees, meetings, and activities; and provides research reports on renewable energy, clean coal, recycling, and other topics.
Meta Description: [ Southern States Energy Board: Through innovations in energy and environmental programs and technologies, the Southern States Energy Board contributes to and enhances economic development and the quality of life in the South. ]
The Ocean Planning Information System - Extensive information for use in coastal management in the southeastern U.S. Includes legislation, spatial data, interactive mapping capabilities, and discussions of topics including beach nourishment and dredge spoil disposal.
Meta Description: [ The Ocean Planning Information System (OPIS) provides easy access to comprehensive ocean-related data and information for the coastal ocean of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. ]
Trees of Alabama and the Southeast - Brief text and numerous photos of both native and planted trees. Includes section illustrating terminology with photographs.
Urban Forestry South - USDA Forest Service's comprehensive on-line resource for urban forestry Information in the southern region, including tree ordinances, manual and other publications, events announcements, technical contacts.
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