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District Seeks Public Input for the Withlacoochee River Watershed Initiative

Residents are invited to give input on the District’s Withlacoochee River Watershed Initiative during a series of public workshops. The initiative is a multi-year effort designed to better understand the dynamics of the river and watershed, identify how alterations have affected the system, and evaluate alternatives to better manage the water resources. Source:: http://www.watermatters.org/blog/entry.php?blogPRIid=99

EPA to Sign Memorandum of Understanding with Lawson State Community College (AL)

Atlanta – On Tuesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will enter into agreement with Lawson State Community College (LSCC) to promote environmental sustainability. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will provide technical assistance, outreach and training to the underrepresented communities in the metropolitan Birmingham and surrounding areas that will help establish and maintain healthy and […]

Proclamation approved designating April as Water Conservation Month

The St. Johns River Water Management District’s Governing Board approved a proclamation on March 10, 2015, designating April as Water Conservation Month to heighten awareness about the importance of water conservation. [March 10, 2015] Source:: http://webapub.sjrwmd.com/agws10/news_release/ViewNews.aspx?nrd=nr15-036

Controlled burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County

The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting a 1,308-acre prescribed fire today at the Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County. The restoration area is located east of Lake Weir and the town of Weirsdale. The purpose of the burn is to promote ecological diversity in marsh and wet prairie natural communities. [March 13, […]

Save Water Outdoors for Water Conservation Month

Outdoor water use typically accounts for up to 50 percent of water consumed by households. You can reduce your outdoor water consumption by taking a few simple steps. Source:: http://www.watermatters.org/blog/entry.php?blogPRIid=98

Three Tennessee Organizations Receive EPA Honors as 2015 Energy Star Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence in Energy Management, Acting on Climate The agency recognizes 128 partners in 33 states including DIRECTV, The Home Depot, Staples, and Verizon (TN)

04/06/15 – ATLANTA, GA – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring 128 businesses and organizations in 33 states, including three in the State of Tennessee, with the Energy Star’s Partner of the Year award for their commitment to saving energy and protecting the environment through superior […]

EPA Honors Five Georgia Organizations with 2015 Energy Star Awards for Leadership on Energy Efficiency, Acting on Climate (GA)

ATLANTA – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring five organizations in Georgia with the Energy Star’s Partner of the Year award for their commitment to saving energy and protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements Source:: http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/0/FC4E23F0CBB1D51B85257E1F005996CC

EPA Honors 5 North Carolina 2015 Energy Star Partners of the Year for Leadership on Energy Efficiency, Acting on Climate (AL)

1 WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) are honoring 128 businesses and organizations in 33 states with the Energy Star’s Partner of the Year award for their commitment to saving energy and protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements Source:: http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/0/4BF1B427DAC0E2C285257E1F0054F6A3