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Home: Washington, DC: Science and Environment   Anacostia River (4)   Botanical Gardens (5) LINKS:   Biodiversity Database of the Washington, D.C., Area Searchable database of information and images. Includes organisms and regional nature and preservation areas in the D.C. area. http://biodiversity.georgetown.edu Casey Trees Endowment Fund 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. http://www.caseytrees.org/ DC Department of Health - Environmental Health Administration 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. http://dchealth.dc.gov/about/index_environmental.shtm DC Greenworks 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. http://www.dcgreenworks.org/ Earthjustice - Washington DC 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. http://www.earthjustice.org/regional/washington_dc/ Earthquake History of the District of Columbia Seismic history of DC from the National Earthquake Information Center. http://neic.usgs.gov/neis/states/district/district_history.html Flora of the Washington-Baltimore Area Offers information about flora native to the area. Includes a specimen database, projects, spring flowering records and a gallery. http://www.nmnh.si.edu/botany/projects/dcflora/ Floral and Nursery Plants Research Unit Conducts a broad based program contributing to basic and developmental research and the implementation of new technologies for the florist and nursery industries. http://www.usna.usda.gov/Research Friends of the Earth DC Environmental Network 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]. http://www.foe.org/camps/reg/dcen/ Hardy Palm Trees and Ferns Showcases plants that can survive the area's often snowy winters. http://www.wap.atfreeweb.com/Palmdc/ HowStuffWorks: Exploding Manholes Information on the frequent mishaps under the streets of the city. http://www.howstuffworks.com/exploding-manhole.htm Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Acquires, develops, maintains and administers a regional system of parks in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties in Maryland. http://www.mncppc.org/ Metropolitan Washington Environmental Professionals Local affiliate of the National Association of Environmental Professionals. http://mwep.org/ National Association of State Energy Officials - District of Columbia Energy Office Works for economic growth, increased energy efficiency and greater reliance on cost-effective clean and renewable energy sources. Features contact information. http://www.naseo.org/members/states.asp?vcStateNm=district%20of%20columbia Pre-Columbian Society of Washington, DC Promotes interest in Pre-Columbian cultures through annual symposia, monthly meetings, and a newsletter. Includes newsletter index. http://www.pcswdc.org/ Sustainable Washington Alliance Network of individuals, businesses, and organizations working to create a sustainable future for the region. http://www.swampnet.org/ The Nature Conservancy - Maryland/DC Chapter :: Maryland/DC Chapter Home Page Works to protect critical natural lands. Features places protected, events, news and volunteer opportunities. http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/maryland/ Trash Force Volunteer group that picks up trash and recyclables from public areas every other weekend. Features FAQ, news, awards, volunteer opportunities and articles. http://home.sprynet.com/~pnahay/tforce.htm Washington Regional Network For Livable Communities Advocates transportation investments, land use policies, and community designs that enhance existing communities and the environment of the region. http://www.washingtonregion.net   Your Ad Here • About Us • Add URL • Modify Url • Link To Us • Contact Us •