New York State Department
of Environmental Conservation
Features agency that protects New York State's
environment and managing natural resources. 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. New
York Geology Resource Page
Guide to internet information and other resources
on state geology. 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. The
New York State Biodiversity Clearinghouse
Information about the state's
plants and animals and their ecological habitats, with links to related resources.
Citizens Environmental
Research Institute
Grassroots organization supporting sound environmental
policy and practice in New York and Connecticut. Site provides information about
issues and projects, with particular focus on clean water. 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. New
York State Environment
Official state page with links for policies, parks
and tourist information. 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.
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