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| Organization | Website | Contact Information | Ask An Expert | About | Organization Type | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bureau of Economic Geology | http://www.beg.utexas.edu/ | Contact Information |
In addition to functioning as the State Geological Survey of Texas, the Bureau of Economic Geology in the Jackson School of Geosciences conducts research focusing on the intersection of energy, the environment, and the economy, where significant advances are being made tackling tough problems globally. The Bureau partners with federal, state, and local agencies, academic institutions, industry, nonprofit organizations, and foundations to conduct high-quality research and disseminate the results to the scientific and engineering communities as well as to the broad public. |
State geological survey | texas | |
| California Department of Water Resources | https://water.ca.gov/ | Contact Information |
In 1956, the Legislature passed a bill creating DWR to plan, design, construct, and oversee the building of the nation's largest state-built water development and conveyance system. Today, DWR protects, conserves, develops, and manages much of California's water supply including the State Water Project which provides water for 25 million residents, farms, and businesses. Working with other agencies and the public, DWR develops strategic goals, and near-term and long-term actions to conserve, manage, develop, and sustain California's watersheds, water resources, and management systems. DWR also works to prevent and respond to floods, droughts, and catastrophic events that would threaten public safety, water resources and management systems, the environment, and property. Balancing the State's water needs with environmental protection remains a long-term challenge. |
State agency | california | |
| California Division of Mine Reclamation | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dmr |
The Division of Mine Reclamation (DMR) was created to provide a measure of oversight for local governments as they administer the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA) within their respective jurisdictions. To accomplish this goal, the Division of Mine Reclamation may provide comments to lead agencies on a mining operation’s reclamation plan and financial assurance and may initiate compliance actions that encourage SMARA compliance. While the primary focus is on existing mining operations and the return of those mined lands to a usable and safe condition, issues relating to abandoned legacy mines are addressed through the Abandoned Mine Lands program. |
State agency | california | ||
| California Environmental Protection Agency | https://calepa.ca.gov/ | Contact Information |
The California Environmental Protection Agency's mission is to restore, protect and enhance the environment, to ensure public health, environmental quality and economic vitality. This mission is fulfilled by developing, implementing and enforcing environmental laws that regulate air, water and soil quality, pesticide use and waste recycling and reduction. |
State agency | california | |
| California Geologic Energy Management Division | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/calgem |
The California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM), formerly the Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR), prioritizes protecting public health, safety, and the environment in its oversight of the oil, natural gas, and geothermal industries, while working to help California achieve its climate change and clean energy goals. To do that, CalGEM uses science and sound engineering practices to regulate the drilling, operation, and permanent closure of energy resource wells. |
State agency | california | ||
| California Geological Survey | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs | Contact Information |
CGS's mission is to provide scientific products and services about the state's geology, seismology and mineral resources that affect the health, safety, and business interests of the people of California. |
State geological survey | california | |
| California Governor's Office of Emergency Services | https://www.caloes.ca.gov/ |
The mission of the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services is to protect lives and property, build capabilities, and support communities for a resilient California |
State agency | california | ||
| California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment | https://oehha.ca.gov/ | Contact Information |
OEHHA’s mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment by scientific evaluation of risks posed by hazardous substances. |
State agency | california | |
| California State Mining and Geology Board | https://www.conservation.ca.gov/smgb | Contact Information |
The mission of the State Mining and Geology Board is to provide professional expertise and guidance, and to represent the State's interest in the development, utilization, and conservation of mineral resources, the reclamation of mined lands, and the development and dissemination of geologic and seismic hazard information to protect the health and welfare of the people of California. |
State agency | california | |
| Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment | https://www.colorado.gov/cdphe | Contact Information |
The mission of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is to protect and improve the health of Colorado’s people and the quality of its environment |
State agency | colorado |