This document summarizes a presentation about aligning watershed and habitat protection efforts in the Raccoon Creek Watershed in Georgia. The presentation discusses developing a conservation plan for the watershed to protect key habitats and water quality through restoration activities, education, and coordinated planning among different levels of government. It involves identifying priority areas for conservation through group mapping exercises and consensus building. Strategies discussed include land acquisition, conservation banking, green development, and outreach. The goal is to incorporate the priority areas and strategies into county land use plans to ensure long-term protection of natural resources in the watershed.
Conserving Biodiversity through an IWEco Approach in Caribbean SIDSiweco-project
An introduction to the UN Environment Programme Global Environment Facility-funded Integrating Water, Land and Ecosystem Management (IWEco) Project approach to Biodiversity Conservation in Caribbean Small Island Developing States, June 2020.
Wetland conservation in China and Asia: Protection, management, and restoration.
Presentation given at a wetland conservation workshop in Heilongjiang, China. Prepared in connection with the UNDP CBPF Main Streams of Life (MSL) project, Strengthening the Management Effectiveness of the Protected Area Landscape in the Altai Mountains and Wetlands.
Conserving Biodiversity through an IWEco Approach in Caribbean SIDSiweco-project
An introduction to the UN Environment Programme Global Environment Facility-funded Integrating Water, Land and Ecosystem Management (IWEco) Project approach to Biodiversity Conservation in Caribbean Small Island Developing States, June 2020.
Wetland conservation in China and Asia: Protection, management, and restoration.
Presentation given at a wetland conservation workshop in Heilongjiang, China. Prepared in connection with the UNDP CBPF Main Streams of Life (MSL) project, Strengthening the Management Effectiveness of the Protected Area Landscape in the Altai Mountains and Wetlands.
Consideration of the Impact of Climate Change on Lake Levels in the Management Plan of Tribal Fisheries and Culturally Important Sites.
Supported through a grant from the Michigan Coastal Zone Management Program, Office of the Great Lakes, Department of Environmental Quality and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration by Frank J. Marsik, Kyle P. White, Richard Rood, Ellie Masters and Barbara Doyle
8. E&S Hydro Advisory Program: Advancing sustainability in the hydropower sectorEthical Sector
On 19/20 March, two biodiversity, business and human rights events were organised by MCRB in Yangon: a multistakeholder consultation on the draft Briefing Paper, and a training session conducted by a number of international experts on biodiversity and environmental impact assessment (EIA) for around 70 representatives from companies, particularly EIA consultancies.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/reinforcing-connections.html
Natural Resources, Climate Change, and Policy WorkshopOpenSpaceCouncil
Natural Resources, Climate Change, and Policy Workshop
- Tom Robinson, Director of Conservation, Science, and Innovation, Bay Area Open Space Council
- Carrie Schloss, Spatial Data Scientist, The Nature Conservancy
This presentation was given during a workshop at the Bay Area Greenprint Launch Event on June 21, 2017 at the David Brower Center in Berkeley, CA. More info on the Bay Area Open Space Council's blog: http://openspacecouncil.org/the-bay-area-greenprint-has-launched/
The Comox Valley Conservatin Strategy is an ecosystem-based conservation plan for the protection and restoration of natural areas and sensitive ecosystems of the Comox Valley.
Consideration of the Impact of Climate Change on Lake Levels in the Management Plan of Tribal Fisheries and Culturally Important Sites.
Supported through a grant from the Michigan Coastal Zone Management Program, Office of the Great Lakes, Department of Environmental Quality and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration by Frank J. Marsik, Kyle P. White, Richard Rood, Ellie Masters and Barbara Doyle
8. E&S Hydro Advisory Program: Advancing sustainability in the hydropower sectorEthical Sector
On 19/20 March, two biodiversity, business and human rights events were organised by MCRB in Yangon: a multistakeholder consultation on the draft Briefing Paper, and a training session conducted by a number of international experts on biodiversity and environmental impact assessment (EIA) for around 70 representatives from companies, particularly EIA consultancies.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/reinforcing-connections.html
Natural Resources, Climate Change, and Policy WorkshopOpenSpaceCouncil
Natural Resources, Climate Change, and Policy Workshop
- Tom Robinson, Director of Conservation, Science, and Innovation, Bay Area Open Space Council
- Carrie Schloss, Spatial Data Scientist, The Nature Conservancy
This presentation was given during a workshop at the Bay Area Greenprint Launch Event on June 21, 2017 at the David Brower Center in Berkeley, CA. More info on the Bay Area Open Space Council's blog: http://openspacecouncil.org/the-bay-area-greenprint-has-launched/
The Comox Valley Conservatin Strategy is an ecosystem-based conservation plan for the protection and restoration of natural areas and sensitive ecosystems of the Comox Valley.
The Third Workshop for the LCWA's Conceptual Restoration Plan was held at the Seal Beach Senior Center on May 10th 2012. These slides are from the presentation of that evening.
The Second Public Workshop for the LCWA's Conceptual Restoration Plan was held at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach on March 8th, 2012. These are the slides from the presentation at the Aquarium's Honda Theatre.
Gulf of Mexico Alliance Resilient Marina Checklistriseagrant
Key Tools for Businesses: An overview of tools and resources that can help businesses address priority resilience issues. Resilience Checklist presented by Lauren Land, Louisiana Sea Grant College Program
Cave springs master plan ppt for stakeholder workshop june 2015Michael Reles
Cave Springs Management Plan - Stakeholder Workshop. Information.
The NPCA has initiated the Management Plan process for Cave Springs Conservation Area. The Management Plan requires extensive public consultation. For more information, visit: www.npca.ca/cavesprings/
Community-Based Watershed Management and Wetland Mitigation
Southeast Alaska Watershed Coalition
alaskawatershedcoalition.org
Community Training
October 17, 2011
Approved Kashwakamak Lake Sustainability Plan - July 2016Scott_A_Bennett
The Kashwakamak Lake Sustainability Plan was approved at the Kashwakamak Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 9, 2016. This plan is a living document that will be reviewed every five years. It will be implemented by volunteers in the lake community over the coming years.
Kashwakamak Lake is located in the North Frontenac Township, in Central Ontario, Canada.
Recent presentation on assessing how U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Hurricane Sandy Resilience projects will improve community and ecosystem resilience to sea level rise, storm events and other threats. Presentation highlights development of ecological and socio-economic metrics and provides project examples, marsh restoration, beach restoration, living shorelines and aquatic connectivity (dam removal) of metrics being used to evaluate project performance.
Preserving and restoring parkland, protecting critical watersheds, maintaining native wildlife and plant species, and providing high quality recreational activities are important for the future of the parks. The purpose of a Sustainability Plan is to ensure that Ottawa County will be able to maintain its current practices and develop a strategy for future opportunities with an ever-growing population and increasing park use.
The plan identifies goals Ottawa County Parks aspires to accomplish within five years, at which time the plan will be reviewed. The goals are organized into Environmental, Economic, and Social Sustainability. Objectives and actions will be included to specify the exact steps that must be taken in order to reach the indicated goals. The plan will be available to the public to review later this year.
Donal Daly, EPA Catchment Science and Management Unit outlines a possible approach to integrating Water Framework Directive and Biodiversity goals at the catchment scale.
Prepare to Launch! Guidelines for Accessing, Designing, and Building Launch Sites for Carry-in Watercraft. Updated April 2018.
A Guide to help facility and water trail planners and park and recreation project leaders plan, build or update an access site tailored to the needs of canoeists, kayakers, tubers, stand-up paddlers, or small craft sailors. It guides a reader through the development process from conception to design creation, and provides a variety of launch construction options.
Mayor Karl Dean, City of Nashville, Tennessee - Images from the 2010 Floodrshimoda2014
A devastating flood hit Nashville in early May 2010, drenching the city but uniting our community. Today, recovery efforts continue. Hundreds of citizens are rebuilding their homes and their lives, and the Metro Government is improving emergency preparedness and planning for Nashville’s long-term recovery.
Mayor Dean recounted the long hours of the weekend, whose national news profile was low. His inspiring story of emergency, recovery and rebuilding applauded the City's rapid assessment, prioritization and action; the committed staff who worked around the clock; and the community's embrace of recovery and restoration.
http://www.nashville.gov/Government/History-of-Metro/Nashville-Flood-May-2010.aspx
Environmental stewards program and River Restoration Program - Michael Rendon...rshimoda2014
The health of American rivers is essential to the communities and environments that depend on the beneficial ecosystem services provided. Historic impacts from mining, dams, and a variety of land use practices have left many river environments and riverside communities with a legacy of polluted waterways, erosion, and habitat degradation. With an increasing need to address river health it is essential to engage young adults in this work to conserve and preserve these resources for the future. Through emerging opportunities, young adults can learn skills, gain understanding, and physically work to restore and protect river systems. Programs- like those of the Southwest Conservation Corps- are working with partners to engage this population in various ways, providing much needed job training and education through stewardship.
Michael Rendon will present on Southwest Conservation Corp’s Environmental Stewards program, highlighting past successes and engagement models for DOI Bureaus and non-profits interested in obtaining a Steward. Showcased will be Inyo County’s work on the Lower Owens River Project, along with a Sturgeon habitat restoration project with the USGS Great Lakes Science Center that was nominated for the 2013 Secretary of the Interior Partners in Conservation Award.
Mike Wight will discuss collaborative work with corps programs and partnerships furthering multi-year, watershed-length habitat restoration initiatives on major tributaries in the Colorado River Basin. Word crews and interns provide much of the hands-on restoration implementation within these initiatives after completing comprehensive training.
In all three of these programs, participants foster a respect for river systems while gaining valuable work experience and building resumes for future conservation careers.
The Southwest Conservation Corps empowers individuals to positively impact their lives, their communities, and the environment.
Careers in natural resources initiative - Lisa Eadens, Colorado Alliance for ...rshimoda2014
There is great concern over who will protect, maintain and enhance our natural resources in the future. Currently, outdoor play time for kids is minimal, especially for children living in urban areas, while kids’ average “screen time” exceeds 40 hours a week. By some accounts, as many as 50% of state and federal land managers are retirement-eligible within the next five years. However, because a generation or more of children has not had a close and ongoing relationship with the outdoors, state and federal natural resource agencies are having difficulty recruiting employees who have the necessary skills, experience, education, and emotional connection to the outdoors to take over the management of public lands. Simultaneously, agencies not only need skilled candidates, they need candidates that represent the changing demographics of the state.
The Careers in Natural Resources Initiative aims to help youth make the leap from participation in an outdoor program to a sustainable career through three strategies that address different audiences along a spectrum from awareness to action.
Support Career Exploration – Most youth lack understanding of career opportunities in natural resources. To promote these opportunities and foster interest in natural resource careers, partners participated in 8th grade career fairs throughout the region and are planning a Careers in Natural Resource Experience this spring.
Develop Online Jobs Portal – Working with our partners, an online web portal that provides a single springboard to help organize and access needed information, job postings, and resources around natural resource careers was launched in the fall of 2013.
Create Career Guide – Publication of a Guide to Natural Resources Career Paths aimed at entry-level candidates is underway. The Guide will provide step-by-step assistance for youth interested in natural resource careers regarding how to apply and navigate state and federal job listings and application processes.
Chainsaw safety in and on water - Erik Wrede, Minnesota Department of Natura...rshimoda2014
River managers frequently need to make decisions with a balance of public safe passage and habitat protection in mind. Woody obstructions are critical to the health of aquatic ecosystems, and they can also present a public safety hazard. If the decision is made to remove woody obstructions, chainsaw work in/on water presents some very complex safety considerations. Compression, tension, buoyancy, gravity, current, and lack of visibility beneath the water are some of the factors that can affect a crew’s decisions about if and how to remove woody obstructions.
This session will give you a brief introduction to comprehensive safety training on how to use chainsaws while wading in a river, and while cutting from a jon boat. The full training includes a narrated PowerPoint with photos of various scenarios, and 5 quizzes. This is typically followed by two days of field training, guided by lesson plans and field evaluation forms. By understanding the anatomy of woody obstructions, river managers and crews will improve their risk analysis and planning skills.
The Minnesota State Water Trails system started in 1963 and includes 32 rivers and the North Shore of Lake Superior. The Minnesota DNR manages over 4,500 miles of routes for canoeing, kayaking, boating and camping.
Dedicated funding for rivers - Peter Hark, Rob Whitershimoda2014
Peter Hark - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Rob White - Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, Colorado Parks and Wildlife
This workshop will explore dedicated funding models used to fund river recreation activities. Watercraft license fees are used by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to develop and manage over 3,700 public water accesses, campsites, rest areas and portages. In Colorado, the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) receives the majority of its funding from a portion of commercial outfitters total gross receipts from sales of authorized activities. The AHRA also receives funding through park pass and camping fees. In addition, Colorado Parks and Wildlife also funds it's statewide river ranger program through the River Outfitter Licensing program.
Colorado water conservation board and great outdoors colorado funding sources...rshimoda2014
These are two presentations from a panel moderated by Amy Beattie, Colorado Water Trust. Panelists included Josh Tenneson, Great Outdoors Colorado; Chris Sturm, Colorado Water Conservation Board; Caroline Bradford, Understanding Water Resources; Toby Sprunk, Eagle County Open Space; and Laura Makar, Pitkin County, Colorado
Federal funding for river projects - Stacey Ericksen, Jeff Shoemaker, Marge P...rshimoda2014
Advice from individuals who have created successful river restoration, water quality recreational improvement through private-public partnerships
- Stacey Eriksen – USEPA Region 8
- Bill Haas – Federal Highway Administration, Colorado Division Office
- Marge Price, David Howlett – Capitol Representatives
- Jeff Shoemaker – The Greenway Foundation
Managing a Wild and Scenic River - The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and Compreh...rshimoda2014
This course presents agency responsibilities for managing a designated wild and scenic rivers (WSR). The content of this course is derived from Wild and Scenic River Management Responsibilities (March 2002), a technical report of the Interagency Wild and Scenic Rivers Council (Council) (www.rivers.gov/publications.html).
Participation will result in increased understanding of the protection requirements associated with managing a designated WSR, and of the contents and key elements of a comprehensive river management plan (CRMP). This increased foundation will result in greater protection of each river’s values through development of its CRMP.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the provisions of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (WSRA) that guide management of a designated WSR.
• Share the management implications of designation within the river-administering agency and with local, federal and state governments, tribal governments, landowners and nongovernmental organizations.
• Provide guidance for decision makers relative to proposed projects and new decisions on federal lands prior to completion of the CRMP.
• Know the general contents and key elements of a CRMP.
• Develop an integrated approach for preparation of a CRMP.
Participants will increase their knowledge in:
• Protections provided in the WSRA.
• The application of the protect and enhance mandate of Section 10(a) to interim management and development of a CRMP.
• How to evaluate a proposed project or new decision on federal land prior to completion of a CRMP.
• How to prepare a detailed river corridor boundary.
• The protection and decision framework of a CRMP.
• How to prepare a CRMP.
Section 7 Determinations – How to complete a Section 7 - Randy Welsh, Steve C...rshimoda2014
This course presents an introduction to and how to complete a Section 7 Determination for the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (WSRA). The content of this course is derived from Wild and Scenic Rivers Act: Section 7, a technical report of the Interagency Wild and Scenic Rivers Council (Council) (www.rivers.gov/publications.html).
Participation will result in improvements in future applications of Section 7, based on increased knowledge of its intent, content and procedures.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
• Apply appropriate evaluative standards.
• Develop an integrated approach with appropriate interdisciplinary team members.
• Conduct an analysis adequate to support the determination.
• Provide early consultation/collaboration to federal assisting agency.
• Share information with landowners, local and state governments, and nongovernmental organizations.
Participants will increase their knowledge in:
• What a water resources project is under Section 7 of the WSRA.
• How to apply Section 7 to state-administered, federally designated rivers; congressionally designated rivers; and congressionally authorized study rivers.
• Definitions.
• Roles of the involved agencies.
• Evaluation standards for a designated river.
• Evaluation standards for a congressionally authorized study river.
• Evaluation procedures.
• The timing of a Section 7 analysis and determination, and the responsible official.
• Riverine stewardship.
Wild and Scenic River Study Process – How to complete a WSR Study - Cassie Th...rshimoda2014
This course presents an introduction to complete a the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (WSRA) Study Process for eligible or suitable river segments. The content of this course is derived from Wild and Scenic Rivers Act: Wild and Scenic River Study Process, a technical report of the Interagency Wild and Scenic Rivers Council (Council) (www.rivers.gov/publications.html).
Participation will result in improvements in future applications of the Wild and Scenic River Study process, for both eligible and suitable river segments, based on increased knowledge of its intent, content and procedures.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
• Apply the correct study methodology for a Wild and Scenic River study.
• Develop an integrated approach with appropriate interdisciplinary team members for the study process.
• Conduct the study, including public involvement.
• Share information with landowners, local and state governments, and nongovernmental organizations.
Participants will increase their knowledge in:
• The Wild and Scenic River study process requirements of the WSRA.
• The sources of information for rivers to consider in the study process.
• The differences between eligible and suitable river segments.
• The role of ORV’s in the study process.
• The differences in WSR classification and how to apply them to study segments.
• The requirements for interim management direction for eligible and suitable river segments.
Understanding and Managing Visitor Use on the Virgin River, Utah - Ericka Pil...rshimoda2014
This session describes lessons learned while addressing visitor use management and visitor capacity during the development of the Comprehensive River Management Plan for the Virgin River at Zion National Park and adjacent BLM Wilderness. This plan used a proactive and adaptive process of planning for and managing characteristics of visitor use and its physical and social setting. The process provides a variety of strategies and tools to sustain desired conditions for river values and provides the framework within which visitor capacity should be addressed when necessary. The plan followed guidance from both the Interagency Wild and Scenic Rivers Coordination Council (IWSRCC) and the Interagency Visitor Use Management Council (IVUMC). Updates on the work of the IVUMC will be provided during this session. The IVUMC collaborated with the IWSRCC on their guidebook for “Addressing User Capacities in Comprehensive River Management Plans”. The IVUMC is also working to complete “how-to” guidebooks for the visitor use management framework, visitor capacity, and indicators and thresholds. Progress on these topics will be discussed in the context of the Virgin River planning effort.
Key Learning Objectives:
1) Understanding the planning framework for visitor use on Wild and Scenic Rivers
2) Gaining awareness about progress for visitor use management guidance on Wild and Scenic Rivers
3) Learning about how to address visitor capacity on Wild and Scenic Rivers
Managing Utah’s First Wild and Scenic River - Tracy Atkins, PE, AICP and Kezi...rshimoda2014
This session will describe the Wild and Scenic River planning framework used for the development of the Comprehensive River Management Plan for the Virgin River at Zion National Park and adjacent BLM Wilderness. NPS has developed a process that includes defining outstandingly remarkable values (ORVs), establishing goals and objectives for protecting river values, conducting boundary delineation, addressing development of lands and facilities, addressing visitor use management and capacity, evaluating water resource projects and instream flows, and establishing a monitoring strategy. This planning effort included river segments with very diverse visitation and management objectives – from highly developed frontcountry recreational segments to wild segments in designated Wilderness. This presentation will share outcomes of the planning process as well as lessons learned and on-going monitoring and planning efforts.
Key Learning Objectives:
1) Understanding the planning framework for Wild and Scenic Rivers
2) Best practices for planning and managing use on Wild and Scenic Rivers
3) Strategies for managing a variety of river segments from frontcountry to Wilderness
Wild and Scenic River Outstandingly Remarkable Value Identification and Asses...rshimoda2014
Paul Ayers - Biosystems Engineering, University of Tennessee
GPS-based river videomapping has been used to continuously map river systems at the National Park Service (NPS) Obed (45 miles) and Wekiva (12 miles) Wild and Scenic Rivers (WSR). River videomapping consists of continuously acquiring georeferenced video and river physical characteristics of river systems. Physical river features such as river width, depth, rugosity and sinuosity have been mapped in ArcGIS. In addition, substrate, river characteristic (pool, riffle, run), embeddedness and river infrastructure have been determined continuously. From these features, locations of wildlife habitat (including optimum endangered aquatic species habitat) and Outstandingly Remarkable Values (ORV) have be determined. ORV’s and human intrusion infrastructure (houses, docks, bridges, etc.) have been mapped at the Wekiva WSR. Dock density plots and associated images have been incorporated into the ArcGIS maps. Using the technology, “wild”, “scenic” and “recreational” ORV’s can be identified and mapped. The georeferenced video database of the Wild and Scenic River provides a snapshot of the existing ORV conditions that need to be mapped, monitored and managed. The video can be reviewed to detect river condition changes as impacts occur.
The Energy / Water Nexus - Stacy Tellinghuisen, Western Resource Advocatesrshimoda2014
Water Used to Develop Energy
Stacy Tellinghuisen
More water is used to produce electricity than for any other use in the United States. In the arid West, water is consumed to cool down electrical generating plants that burn coal or natural gas, while in the East water withdrawn from rivers circulates through power plants and is then returned to the river at higher temperatures. This presentation will address the pressures that energy production brings to our rivers, especially in light of warming temperatures.
As natural gas production increases in both the West and East, water pumped into the ground for fracking is lost to the system since it is fully consumed. Twenty to fifty acre feet is needed to drill each well, and as thousands of wells are drilled, the impact to local water supplies is growing.
Fortunately, new technologies and conservation practices pose a solution. Water used to produce energy can be saved if cities encourage water conservation (since energy is needed to move water). Renewable energy sources like wind and solar consume very little water. This presentation will address the problems that fossil fuels pose for rivers, and focus on technologies that can solve these problems.
How to Make A Difference Commenting on an Environmental Impact Statement - Ma...rshimoda2014
Mary O'Brien - Utah Forest Program Director, Grand Canyon Trust
This session focuses on how to make a difference during the all-important scoping comment period of an environmental impact statement process. As well as suggesting significant issues for analysis in the EIS, and providing scientific information for the analysis, consider submitting a full alternative to be analyzed in detail in the EIS. It’s been done with great success, both before and during the scoping period.
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Writing Environmental Assessments (...rshimoda2014
Helen Clough - Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, retired, Judith Kurtzman - Utah State University
Writing clear Environmental Assessments (EAs) as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is critical to successful implementation of the law and more importantly good decisions. The NEPA process must be well documented in clear language so that the proposals, alternatives and the environmental effects of proposals and alternatives are clearing explained. Often the NEPA analysis is not well documented resulting in costly delays in projects as appeals and litigation occur regarding the NEPA analysis.
This training session is a continuation of the materials presented in Writing Environmental Assessments, Parts 1 and 2. Resource-specific analysis (for examples, effects on wildlife, effects on recreation, effects on water quality) and cumulative impact analysis (effects of past, present, and “reasonably foreseeable” future actions) will be explored. Mitigation and monitoring will be addressed. As with the other NEPA sessions examples relevant to river management will be explored and critiqued. Ample time is allotted for discussion and questions from participants.
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Writing Environmental Assessments (...rshimoda2014
Clough, Helen - Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, retired
This session follows Part 1 and will continue training on the EA process. Part 2 will address development of alternatives and description of the affected environment. Part 2 will end with a discussion of environmental consequences. Discussion of environmental consequences will carry over into Part 3.
While environmental impact statements (EISs) and environmental assessments (EAs) have been prepared for federal and federally funded actions for over 40 years, developing a reasonable range of alternatives, identifying the affected environment and the actual analysis of the likely environmental effects of a proposed action is often poorly understood.
The presenters will draw upon their over 50 years of experience with NEPA to describe alternatives, the affected environment and impact analysis focused on topics relevant to river management. Examples relevant to both river planning and river management will be explored and critiqued. Resource-specific analysis (for examples, effects on wildlife, effects on recreation, effects on water quality) and cumulative impact analysis (effects of past, present, and “reasonably foreseeable” future actions) will be explored. Sources of additional information and training on the subject will also be shared. Hands-on exercises will help participants expand knowledge and skill in impact assessment.
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Writing Environmental Assessments (...rshimoda2014
Clough, Helen - Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, retired
Judith Kurtzman - Utah State University
Writing clear Environmental Assessments (EAs) as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is critical to successful implementation of the law and more importantly good decisions. The NEPA process must be well documented in clear language so that the proposals, alternatives and the environmental effects of proposals and alternatives are clearing explained. Often the NEPA analysis is not well documented resulting in costly delays in projects as appeals and litigation occur regarding the NEPA analysis. This training will focus on how to properly document the NEPA analysis for EAs with emphasis and examples relevant to rivers and river management.
This first part of the 3-part training will review NEPA and the types of NEPA documentation. The session will focus on scoping, public involvement, and defining the purpose and need for action. The session will include exercises and review of relevant documents. Ample time is allotted for discussion and questions from participants. The session will be followed up by Parts 2 and 3 covering the rest of the EA process.
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Overview - Helen Clough, Judith Kurt...rshimoda2014
Clough, Helen - Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, retired
Judith Kurtzman - Utah State University
The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) has been in effect for over 40 years. The current federal regulations that implement the law have been in place for almost 30 years. Federal agencies with river management responsibilities have similar rules and procedures for implementing NEPA. This session will provide a general overview of NEPA with emphasis and examples relevant to rivers and river management.
Topics covered include the purpose and procedural requirements of NEPA; how NEPA is used in making decisions; applicability of NEPA; different levels of NEPA analysis including Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, and Categorical Exclusions. The basic components of NEPA analysis including public involvement will be covered. There will be a brief discussion of other related laws and how NEPA is integrated into natural resource agency planning and decision making. Relevant examples from river management will be discussed.
This session is a prerequisite for those with little or no knowledge of NEPA.
Natural farming @ Dr. Siddhartha S. Jena.pptxsidjena70
A brief about organic farming/ Natural farming/ Zero budget natural farming/ Subash Palekar Natural farming which keeps us and environment safe and healthy. Next gen Agricultural practices of chemical free farming.
Characterization and the Kinetics of drying at the drying oven and with micro...Open Access Research Paper
The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
"Understanding the Carbon Cycle: Processes, Human Impacts, and Strategies for...MMariSelvam4
The carbon cycle is a critical component of Earth's environmental system, governing the movement and transformation of carbon through various reservoirs, including the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms. This complex cycle involves several key processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and carbon sequestration, each contributing to the regulation of carbon levels on the planet.
Human activities, particularly fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, have significantly altered the natural carbon cycle, leading to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and driving climate change. Understanding the intricacies of the carbon cycle is essential for assessing the impacts of these changes and developing effective mitigation strategies.
By studying the carbon cycle, scientists can identify carbon sources and sinks, measure carbon fluxes, and predict future trends. This knowledge is crucial for crafting policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, enhancing carbon storage, and promoting sustainable practices. The carbon cycle's interplay with climate systems, ecosystems, and human activities underscores its importance in maintaining a stable and healthy planet.
In-depth exploration of the carbon cycle reveals the delicate balance required to sustain life and the urgent need to address anthropogenic influences. Through research, education, and policy, we can work towards restoring equilibrium in the carbon cycle and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT GREEN WASHING IS!.pdfJulietMogola
Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
Aligning Watershed and Habitat Protection for Conservation Success in the Raccoon Creek Watershed, Georgia - Lindsay Gardner
1. Aligning Watershed and Habitat Protection for
Conservation Success in the Raccoon Creek
Watershed, Georgia
Lindsay Gardner, Program & Communications
Manager, Southeast Aquatic Resources
Partnership (SARP)
River Management
Society Training
Denver, Colorado
April 15th, 2014
Photo credit: Katie Owens, TNC.
9. Threats
• Direct Impacts- reservoirs,
piping/channelization, stream
crossings (culverts), utility crossings.
• Indirect Impacts- sediment/erosion,
stormwater, loss of riparian buffer,
habitat fragmentation, and
eutrophication.
http://www.etowahhcp.org/research/
scientific.htm
Photo credits: USFWS
10. Issues of Concern
• The Southeast has lost more
forests, farms and open space
to sprawl than any other region.
• Loss of 23 million acres of forest
between 2010 – 2060 , an area
the size of South Carolina!
• More than 1,000 plant and
wildlife species of conservation
concern could be threatened.
14. Planning for Land Conservation
There are many levels of planning that need to be coordinated for
protection of natural resources:
• Watershed Plan
• State Wildlife Action Plans
• State Forest Action Plans
• County Comprehensive Plan
• City Stormwater Plan
• Community Master Plan
• Site Plan
Key elements should be integrated at all levels
15. What is Green Infrastructure?
1) Natural areas and features (wetlands, forests,
floodplains, riparian buffers)
16. What is Green Infrastructure?
2) Greenways, parks and open space
17. What is Green Infrastructure?
3) Working lands with conservation value
18. What is Green Infrastructure?
4) Other protected open spaces (source water)
20. Small Group Mapping Exercises
Goal: Identify key areas to conserve in the Raccoon Creek
Watershed to ensure the protection of key habitats and
water quality and provide recreational opportunities
Tasks:
•What are the key areas to protect and preserve – and
why?
•What are the key areas which threaten the quality of
the watershed?
•What preliminary ideas do you have on strategies for
protecting and preserving the key areas?
22. Sensitive Areas
• Stream Quality
• Darter Biodiversity
• Natural Element
Locations/Sensitive Habitat
23. • Protected Lands:
- Owned
- County
- Leased
• Identify new areas for
protection
Overlay
24. Group Consensus on Priority Areas for
Protection and Preservation
• Report outs from small groups
sessions
• Group discussion and consensus
on key focus areas
- Key areas to protect and
preserve
- Suggested strategies for
conservation:
- land acquisition/conservation
banking
- green development
- outreach & education
25. 1) Base action planning on the priority areas identified in the mapping session
2) Discuss strategies stemming from discussion following mapping exercise that
incorporate local knowledge
3) Answer the question, “What are the priority strategies that should be taken
to protect and conserve water quality and prime habitat in the Raccoon
Creek Watershed?”
4) Use these strategies to help inform what actions should be
recommended/considered for incorporation into county land use plans and
other planning efforts.
Developing an Action Plan to Protect and
Conserve Key Areas in the Raccoon County
Watershed
26. What You Can Do – Take Action!
- Act as an “aggregator”
- Form partnerships
- Integrate planning efforts
- Help others to visualize the
watershed
- Use conservation plans to
help guide what goes into
comprehensive planning
27. What Counties You Work With Can Do:
• Look for areas to
conserve that offer
multiple resource values
• Try to connect protected
lands to enhance
conservation values
• Private landowners and
communities are key to
strategic conservation
28. Remember, time is of the essence and we don’t have forever to get it right.
Stream protections that are implemented today should be integrated and
enduring.
Parting Thoughts
