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| Organization | Website | Contact Information | Ask An Expert | About | Organization Type | State |
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| Kansas Water Office | https://kwo.ks.gov/ | Contact Information |
The Kansas Water Office is the water planning, policy, coordination and marketing agency for the state. The primary statutory function of the agency is the development and implementation of the Kansas Water Plan. State law requires the Kansas Water Office to "Formulate on a continuing basis a comprehensive State Water Plan for the management, conservation and development of the water resources of the state. KWO, in coordination with the Kansas Water Authority, also reviews all water laws and makes recommendations to the Governor and Legislature for needed legislation to ensure water policies and programs address the needs of all Kansans. |
State agency | kansas | |
| Karst Waters Institute | https://karstwaters.org/ |
The Karst Waters Institute's mission is to improve the fundamental understanding of karst water systems through sound scientific research and the education of professionals and the public. |
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| Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection | https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Pages/default.aspx | Contact Information |
The Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection's mission is to protect and enhance Kentucky's environment. This mission has a direct impact on Kentucky's public health, citizens' safety, and the quality of Kentucky's natural resources. |
State agency | kentucky | |
| Kentucky Department for Natural Resources | https://eec.ky.gov/Natural-Resources/Pages/default.aspx | Contact Information |
The Kentucky Department for Natural Resources, through its divisions and partnerships, provides technical assistance, education and funding to help landowners, institutions, industries, and communities in conserving and sustaining Kentucky's natural resources. In addition, the department inspects timber harvests and mining operations to ensure the protection of citizens, the environment, and workers. |
State agency | kentucky | |
| Kentucky Emergency Management | https://kyem.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx | Contact Information |
Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) is a division of the Kentucky Department of Military Affairs. Among other programs, KYEM co-ordinates dedicated programs related to earthquakes, hazardous materials, and superfund sites. |
State agency | kentucky | |
| Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet | https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx | Contact Information |
Kentucky's EEC oversees energy development and environmental protection in Kentucky. The EEC consists of three departments: the Department for Environmental Protection, the Department for Natural Resources and the Department for Energy Development and Independence. |
State agency | kentucky | |
| Kentucky Geological Survey | http://www.uky.edu/KGS/ | Contact Information |
The mission of the Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS) is to provide for citizens, researchers, industry, and government, scientifically based information on Kentucky's geology and mineral and water resources.
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State geological survey | kentucky | |
| Kentucky Office of Energy Policy | https://eec.ky.gov/Energy/Pages/default.aspx | Contact Information |
The Office of Energy Policy was created through an Energy and Environment Cabinet Reorganization during the 2018 Kentucky General Assembly. The OEP retains many functions of the former Department for Energy Development and Independence. The mission of the OEP is to utilize Kentucky’s energy resources for the betterment of the Commonwealth while protecting and improving the environment. |
State agency | kentucky | |
| Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory | https://www.lbl.gov/ |
Berkeley Lab is a member of the national laboratory system supported by the U.S. Department of Energy through its Office of Science. It is managed by the University of California (UC) and is charged with conducting unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines. |
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| Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory | https://www.llnl.gov |
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has a mission of strengthening the United States' security through development and application of world-class science and technology to enhance the nation's defense; reduce the global threat from terrorism and weapons of mass destruction; and respond with vision, quality, integrity and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance.
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