M7.8 Blog about your topic of interest

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Topic of interest: 
Water pollution, water conservation

What agencies at the local, state, federal, and/or international level provide information, regulatory oversight, or are otherwise implicated in addressing that topic? 
Some agencies include...

 EPA: develop and enforce regulations regarding water conservation and pollution

House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Power, & Oceans: this subcommittee is responsible for "matters concerning America’s water resources, federal irrigation projects, generation of electric power from federal water projects, interstate water issues and fisheries management."

USDA: works with farmers and ranchers to implement conversation practices in various areas, including water.

National Ocean Service (if I decide to focus solely on oceans and pollution): their mission is to "provide science-based solutions through collaborative partnerships to address evolving economic, environmental, and social pressures on our ocean and coasts."

USACE: works to conserve and clean contaminated water and create sustainable solutions.

National Resources Defense Council: advocates for all US waters to be protected by the Clean Water Act, implements green infrastructure and stormwater solutions to make water safer, ensure that water is being used in the most efficient ways, helps communities prepare for water-related impacts of climate change.

SF Water Power Sewer: provides drinking water and wastewater services for San Francisco

State of California San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board: the aim to "preserve, enhance and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations."

Comments

  1. Ashley SubramaniMarch 7, 2018 at 4:22 PM

    Hello Loren,

    I think water pollution and conservation is an excellent topic to look into as it is a world wide issue that needs resolution immediately. I hope you enjoy learning more about this topic! All the best!

    -Ashley Subramani

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