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Organization | Website | Contact Information | Ask An Expert | About | Organization Type | State |
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Vermont Geological Survey | https://dec.vermont.gov/geological-survey | Contact Information |
The Vermont Geological Survey, also known as the Division of Geology and Mineral Resources in the Department of Environmental Conservation, conducts research and mapping relating to the geology, resources and topography of the State. |
State geological survey | vermont | |
Virginia Department of Emergency Management | https://www.vaemergency.gov/ |
The Virginia Department of Emergency Management works with local government, state and federal agencies and voluntary organizations to provide resources and expertise through the five mission areas of emergency management. |
State agency | virginia | ||
Virginia Department of Energy | https://energy.virginia.gov/ | Contact Information |
The Virginia Department of Energy enhances the development and conservation of energy and mineral resources in a safe and environmentally sound manner to support a more productive economy. Created as the Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy in January 1985 under Governor Chuck Robb, in 2021 legislation was enacted officially changing and rebranding the agency as a greater focus was placed on renewable energy programs and economic development. Worker safety remains the agency’s top priority as it came into existence after a coal mining disaster in 1983 with the purpose of making service to mining, energy and mineral resources industries more efficient. Virginia Energy’s Coal Mine safety, Gas and Oil and Mineral Mining teams came from Virginia’s Department of Labor and Industry. The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency programs were under the State Office of Emergency Services. And, our Mined Land Repurposing team came to Virginia Energy from the Department of Conservation and Economic Development. |
State agency | virginia | |
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality | https://www.deq.virginia.gov/ | Contact Information |
The Department of Environmental Quality protects and enhances Virginia’s environment, and promotes the health and well being of the citizens of the Commonwealth. The DEQ has programs in air, water, land protection, renewable energy, coastal zone management, pollution prevention, and environmental information. |
State agency | virginia | |
Virginia Division of Geology and Mineral Resources | https://energy.virginia.gov/geology/geologymineralresources.shtml | Contact Information |
The Division of Geology and Mineral Resources (DGMR) serves as Virginia's geological survey. DGMR performs investigations aimed at reducing risk from geologic hazards and encouraging sustainable development through the wise use of mineral, land, water, and energy resources. |
State geological survey | virginia | |
Washington Department of Ecology | https://ecology.wa.gov/ | Contact Information |
Ecology is Washington’s environmental protection agency. The mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance Washington’s land, air, and water for current and future generations. |
State agency | washington | |
Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources | https://www.dnr.wa.gov/geology | Contact Information |
The Washington DNR, of which DGER is a division, informs the public, government, and industry about the consequences of geologic events and about the nature of the land. DNR monitors, assesses, and researches the causes of earthquakes, landslides, and volcanoes--critical information for both government and private sector planners working to reduce the human and financial effects of natural disasters. |
State geological survey | washington | |
Washington Emergency Management Division | https://mil.wa.gov/emergency-management-division | Contact Information |
During state emergencies, EMD manages the State Emergency Operations Center located on Camp Murray, near Tacoma, and coordinates the response to ensure help is provided to those who need it quickly and effectively. |
State agency | washington | |
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection | http://dep.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx | Contact Information |
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) is a statewide operation, headquartered in Charleston. Operations are accomplished on a district or regional level, based upon the program, thus requiring a workforce throughout West Virginia. The WVDEP is involved in activites related to air quality, environmental quality and remediation, emergency response to hazards, land restoration, mining operations and reclamation, and regulation of the oil and gas industry. |
State agency | west virginia | |
West Virginia Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management | https://dhsem.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx |
The mission of the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is to ensure the protection of life and property by providing coordination, guidance, support and assistance to local emergency managers and first responders. |
State agency | west virginia |