World Water Day 22 March

🇺🇳🌐🚰🗓️ #WorldWaterDay 🔛 #22March a means of focusing attention on the importance of #FreshWater & advocating for the #SustainableManagement of #FreshWaterResources 2026 edition focuses🔛water & gender: Where #water flows, #equality grows #UNESCO leads global efforts to...
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Senate committee advances bill allowing limited groundwater transport from McMullen Valley despite rural opposition The Senate Natural Resources Committee gave House Bill 2758 a due‑pass recommendation after hours of testimony and public comment; the measure would allow eligible entities to transfer groundwater out of the McMullen Valley Basin under statutory caps, but rural residents and local officials warned of subsidence and community harm.

The Senate has advanced a controversial bill allowing groundwater transport from McMullen Valley, sparking fierce debate over its potential impact on rural communities.

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#AZ #CitizenPortal #RuralIssues #SustainableManagement #WaterSecurity #ArizonaWater

#TBT In 2008, the Board investigated biodiversity management concerns in the interior cedar-hemlock rainforest at Dome Creek near Prince George, BC. 🔎🌲

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#Forestry #Conservation #BCParks #SustainableManagement

Senate passes DEP package with septic‑system timelines, BMAP and rule ratifications Lawmakers passed a wide Department of Environmental Protection package that updates basin‑management rules, restores a 2030 septic upgrade deadline in amendment action, ratifies certain DEP rules and includes funding/offset provisions; the Senate vote was 34‑3.

The Florida Senate has just passed a pivotal environmental package that updates septic system regulations and sets a 2030 upgrade deadline—what does this mean for water quality in the state?

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#FL #CitizenPortal #SustainableManagement #EnvironmentalProtection #WaterQuality

Conference committee agrees to $3.5 million compromise for new forest‑health program A bicameral conference committee agreed to report back to each chamber a compromise funding level of $3.5 million for a new forest‑health program after debating a Senate amendment that would have raised the appropriation to $5 million. Senators cited rising beetle kill and a strong return on mitigation investment; House members said $3 million is sufficient to start.

Lawmakers have reached a crucial compromise, approving $3.5 million for a new forest-health program amidst urgent concerns over rising beetle kill and fire risks!

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#WY #CitizenPortal #SustainableManagement #WildfirePrevention #EnvironmentalInvestment

Das Leibniz-Institut für Ostseeforschung Warnemünde (IOW) bietet gemeinsam mit dem Alfred-Wegener-Institut, Helmholtz-Zentrum für Polar- und Meeresforschung und dem Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon die Coastal Summer School zum Thema "Environmental monitoring - a powerful tool for sustainable management of our seas" auf der Ostsee-Insel Hiddensee an - hier im Bild der bekannte Insel-Leuchtturm Dornbusch. Die Summer School dauert 10 Tage, vom 12. - 22.September 2026, und richtet sich an Master-Studierende, Promovierende und Postdocs der Meereswissenschaften und verwandter Disziplinen. Bewerbungsschluss ist der 31. März 2026. Alle weiteren Informationen hier: https://tinyurl.com/tzudfkjs

#Master, #PhD students & #postdocs in #MarineSciences and related disciplines: #ApplyNow for the #SummerSchool “Environmental #Monitoring - a powerful tool for #SustainableManagement of our seas” on #Hiddensee island: tinyurl.com/tzudfkjs Deadline: March 31!
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Board funds nine AIS prevention projects as state allocation is expected to halve next year St. Louis County approved about $693,000 in aquatic invasive species prevention aid for nine local projects but heard warnings from staff and partners that statewide AIS funding may be cut by 50% next year, requiring program adjustments.

St. Louis County is investing $693,000 in aquatic invasive species prevention, but looming state funding cuts could jeopardize future efforts!

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#LouisCounty #MN #CommunityEducation #CitizenPortal #StLouisCountyAIS #SustainableManagement #EnvironmentalProtection

Minnesota sustainable foraging task force adopts final report, paves way for bill language The Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force adopted its final legislative report unanimously and authorized staff to finalize text for submission; the task force clarified recommendations on permitting, tribal engagement and education ahead of proposed bill drafting.

The Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force has unanimously adopted a pivotal report that could transform how foraging is managed on public lands, setting the stage for new legislation.

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#MN #CitizenPortal #MinnesotaForaging #SustainableManagement #LegislativeProcess

DNR outlines FY27 plan: timber deals, mineral mapping and slow start for carbon offsets The Department of Natural Resources told the House Finance Committee its FY27 budget shifts program authority from capital to operating, boosts federal mapping grants and proposes timber and forest-management expansions, while carbon offset projects remain delayed amid market and registry changes.

Alaska's Department of Natural Resources is set to unveil a transformative FY27 budget that prioritizes timber expansion and federal funding, while navigating delays in carbon offset projects.

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#AK #CitizenPortal #CarbonOffset #SustainableManagement #AlaskaNaturalResources

[5/5] 🌎 With #sustainableManagement #CongoBasin forests can support income-generating activities in countries with growing economies and support #conservation goals simultaneously. #SustainableForestry #ConservationScience

Senate committee hears split testimony on bill to authorize volunteer steelhead broodstock programs Supporters including anglers and conservation groups urged SB 6,241 to expand angler‑caught wild broodstock programs to boost steelhead runs; scientists and Trout Unlimited warned the committee the approach lacks consistent monitoring and that statutory direction on hatchery management risks sidelining adaptive, science‑based decisions.

A heated debate unfolds in Washington as Senate Bill 6,241 proposes volunteer-driven programs to boost steelhead populations, but concerns over oversight and effectiveness loom large.

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#WA #SustainableManagement #WildlifeConservation #RecreationalFishing #CitizenPortal

State wildlife officials outline statewide deer plan, seek local input in Del Norte County California Department of Fish and Wildlife staff presented a draft framework for a statewide Deer Conservation and Management Plan to Del Norte County advisors, describing 11 regional deer conservation units, an integrated population model and a public-review timeline for 2026.

California's Department of Fish and Wildlife is rolling out a groundbreaking Deer Conservation and Management Plan that promises to revolutionize how we protect and manage our deer population across 11 regional units.

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#DelNorteCounty #CA #SustainableManagement

Quality of marine protected areas is critical to achieving global biodiversity targets - npj Ocean Sustainability Summarising CBD target 3 to “30 × 30” emphasizes area coverage, but conservation success depends on MPA quality. Many existing MPAs are under-protected, and rapidly designating new areas risks creatin...

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#Conservation #MPA #Biodiversity #NatureProtection #SustainableManagement

Board returns Cahuilla (Kaweah) Subbasin to DWR after GSAs address key SGMA deficiencies After a multi‑year intervention and revised 2024 Groundwater Sustainability Plans, the board unanimously voted to return the Cahuilla (Kaweah) Subbasin to Department of Water Resources jurisdiction, while listing follow‑up recommendations on monitoring, subsidence, groundwater quality, and mitigation.

California's Cahuilla Subbasin is officially back under the Department of Water Resources, marking a new chapter in sustainable groundwater management after significant improvements!

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#CA #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #SustainableManagement #WaterQuality

Consultants present feasibility study for Lower Willow Creek managed aquifer recharge project GSI Water Solutions presented a feasibility study funded by an OWRD grant with a 50% match from Morrow and Gilliam counties evaluating managed aquifer recharge (MAR) in the Lower Willow Creek basin to extend the irrigation season; consultants said Willow Creek often runs effectively dry from mid-June through September.

Could a new water management project in Morrow County finally extend the irrigation season and prevent drought-related shutoffs?

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#MorrowCounty #OR #SustainableManagement #IrrigationSeason #WaterResources

Kansas Water Office outlines 2022 State Water Plan, five guiding principles and a 2024 implementation framework Assistant Director Matt Unruh described the history of state water planning, the role of the Kansas Water Authority and regional advisory committees, and the 2022 State Water Plans five guiding principles. He also summarized a 2024 implementation framework that sets a two-year ramp-up (FY26-FY27) and 10-year (to 2035) metrics for irrigation-effort

Kansas is taking bold steps to secure its water future with a new implementation framework that sets measurable goals for conservation and quality improvement through 2035.

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#KS #CitizenPortal #WaterConservation #PublicAwareness #SustainableManagement #KansasWater

🌿 New collaborative arrangements aim to safeguard Nairobi's 1,000-hectare Karura Forest, ensuring its preservation for locals seeking nature's refuge. Link: https://tinyurl.com/27kpmqpq #ForestConservation #NaturePreservation #SustainableManagement

Board approves Forest Legacy easement and Nature Conservancy donation to protect 426 acres in Adams County The board approved acquiring a 426.64-acre working-forest conservation easement in Adams County with federal Forest Legacy funds and a Nature Conservancy contribution; the land will remain in private ownership with a conservation easement named Sandy Ridge Forest Conservation Easement.

A major conservation victory in Wisconsin: the Natural Resources Board has approved the acquisition of 426.64 acres of vital forest land to protect its unique ecosystems forever!

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#WI #CitizenPortal #PublicAccess #ForestProtection #SustainableManagement

Utah Division of Water Resources outlines comprehensive state water plan for future sustainability Division of Water Resources shares details on state water plan to tackle resource challenges.

The Utah Division of Water Resources is inviting you to shape the future of water management in your community—your voice matters!

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#UT #CitizenPortal #CommunityParticipation #SustainableManagement #ResourceChallenges

Utah Water Resources Division updates community on West Desert State Water Plan Candace Hosnier leads discussion on water usage and local engagement in state planning.

Urgent discussions in Utah unveil a bold plan to tackle water scarcity in the West Desert, blending innovative conservation techniques with community collaboration.

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#UT #CitizenPortal #WaterConservation #InfrastructureImprovement #SustainableManagement

Water Providers Discuss Solutions for Disadvantaged Communities in Kern County Panel focuses on improving water access and quality for underserved populations in Kern County.

California's water crisis is intensifying, but local leaders are uniting to ensure that even the most vulnerable communities gain access to safe drinking water.

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#CA #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #WaterAccess #SustainableManagement

After a summer season without disturbances this is how it looks in one of our greenhouses since one week…(can‘t deny my inner microbe enthusiast is exited!) - another example of the importance of #plant-pathogen research and #sustainablemanagement!
#Phytophthorainfestans

Louisiana's Deer Management Program Tracks Conditions Across 1.6 Million Acres Deer management program assesses deer conditions over 1.6 million acres of private land.

Louisiana's wildlife officials are racing against time to tackle the looming threat of Chronic Wasting Disease in deer populations—what solutions are on the table?

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#LA #CitizenPortal #ChronicWastingDisease #SustainableManagement #LouisianaWildlife #WildlifeHealth

Town Council Revises Tree Protection Ordinance for Enhanced Care Policies Council modifies tree protection measures for town properties, emphasizing care and notification processes.

Grand Island is taking a bold step to protect its trees by simplifying regulations and increasing oversight—could this lead to a greener future for the community?

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#GrandIslandErieCounty #NY #CitizenPortal #UrbanForestry #EnvironmentalConservation #SustainableManagement

Job offer: The Forest Resources and Forest Management Research Unit is committed to recording, analysing, evaluating and predicting the development of forest resources. The aim is to improve the understanding of the state of the forest and to develop scientifically grounded solutions for its sustainable management in the 21st century. The National Forest Inventory (NFI) forms an essential pillar of the research unit. Due to a retirement, we are looking to fill the following position, starting April 1, 2026 or by agreement Head of Research Unit Forest Resources and Management 90 – 100% (f/m/d) As an internationally recognised figure, you will lead the research unit with enthusiasm and skill. Your diverse and high-responsibility tasks will include coordinating and working to advance the six research groups, comprising around 80 employees, and managing your own projects. You will secure third-party funding, cultivate connections with other research areas, and further develop the topic of forest resources and forest management within the framework of the WSL strategy and in the sphere of the ETH Domain. You will engage in cooperation with forestry authorities and specialist organisations at the national and the international level, and you will promote knowledge transfer and implementation at the interface between research and practice. You have several years of experience in leading research groups and managing large projects. Additionally, you have a proven track record in developing and financing research projects and an established network in your field. You are a proactive, integrative and committed individual with strong negotiation skills. You are able to convey your forward-looking vision for the further development of the research unit in a compelling manner, communicating clearly in English and at least one Swiss national language.

#JobAlert! Experience in leading #research groups and developing research projects? Are you proactive and do you have strong negotiation skills? We are looking for a new head of the #ForestResources and Management Research Unit: apply.refline.ch/273855/1725/... #ScienceJobs #SustainableManagement

Henry Mountains Committee Approves Harvesting Additional 19 Bison for Range Management Committee unanimously supports harvesting 19 additional bison in the Henry Mountains.

In a groundbreaking meeting, Utah stakeholders unanimously approved the harvest of 19 additional bison, marking a pivotal step toward sustainable wildlife management in the Henry Mountains.

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#UT #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #WildlifeConservation #SustainableManagement

LCRA Reports Strong Fiscal Year 2025 with $39M Net Margin LCRA achieved a net margin of $39 million, exceeding budget expectations for FY 2025.

LCRA's fiscal year 2025 shines with a remarkable $39 million net margin, thanks to a surge in wholesale power revenues and strategic initiatives!

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#TX #CitizenPortal #FinancialTransparency #TexasCommunity #SustainableManagement #EnergyInnovation

Regional Water Management Strategy Addresses Staffing and Financial Challenges in Aging Infrastructure Participants discuss barriers in water systems and the need for financial transparency.

Trenton City Council is tackling a water crisis with a bold regional strategy, but can they overcome staffing shortages and financial challenges to secure a sustainable future?

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#TrentonMercerCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureReform #TrentonWater #SustainableManagement

San Clemente Council Considers Joining Supervisor Foley's South County Beach Coalition Council discusses participation in a committee managing $300 million for beach restoration projects.

San Clemente is on the verge of a game-changing decision that could secure its beaches' future with a $300 million restoration initiative!

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#SanClementeCityOrangeCounty #CA #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #BeachRestoration #SanClementeBeach #SustainableManagement

Consultants Propose Alternative 3 for Effective Stormwater Management in Chico Basin Alternative 3 aims to improve stormwater flow and sediment management in Chico Basin.

Butte County is taking bold steps to combat flooding risks with a new stormwater management proposal that promises sustainability and efficiency.

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#ButteCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #VegetationControl #SustainableManagement #ButteCountyStormwater #FloodingRisks