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    • Biological Resources Research Center
      Scientific research and planning efforts necessary to preserve the distinct biotic diversity of Nevada while simultaneaously providing for economic viability and other needs of its citizens. Site has conservation resources including species lists and land use data.
    • Bonanza Opal Mines
      Background and information on the historic Bonanza Opal Mines of Virgin Valley.
    • Carson Water Subconservancy District
      Serves as the coordinating body for an Integrated Watershed Planning Process (IWPP) for the Carson River watershed.
    • Desert Research Institute
      Affiliated with University of Nevada; research programs focus on water resources and air quality, global climate change, the physics of the earth's turbulent atmosphere, and humanity's historic struggle to adapt to harsh environments.
    • DOE Nevada Photo Library
      A collection of historic still photos of nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site and in the Pacific Ocean. Also includes photos of test preparations at the Test Site, waste management facilities, other infrastructure at the site, and wildlife living on the site.
    • Environmental Leadership
      A non-profit organization for improving Northern Nevada quality of life through environmental education. Promotes and expands materials exchanges, Earth Day celebration, the Green Directory and waste reduction.
    • Eureka County, Nevada Nuclear Waste Page
      Information for county and state citizens, concerning transportation and storage of nuclear waste. Includes news clippings, maps, and links.
    • Friends of the Black Rock Desert
      Dedicated to the health, diversity and productivity of the Black Rock and High Rock regions.
    • Keeping West Wendover Green
      Information on the operation and goals of West Wendover's compost facility.
    • Lahontan Audubon Society
      Serves Northern Nevada from Reno; provides schedules and events calendar with links to related sites.
    • Nevada Nukes Atomic Cafe
      Discussions about environmental issues related to nuclear and toxic waste, with links to related sites.
    • Nevada Water Resources Association
      Provides education, training, and networking opportunities for understanding, developing, conserving and protecting Nevada's water resources.
    • Nevada, Division of Environmental Protection
      Information to help individuals, companies, organizations, and governmental entities comply with Nevada environmental laws and regulations.
    • Pyramid Lake Fisheries
      Includes information on how the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is restoring and managing populations of the endangered Cui-ui and the threatened Lahontan cutthroat trout.
    • UNRSL Helicorder Camera
      View the analog earthquake helicorder drums displayed in the Nevada Seismological Laboratory at the University of Nevada, Reno.
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