Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme – Pathogen and organic pollution rises in more than 50% of river stretches in Africa, Asia and Latin America – Asia hit hardest by rise in severe pathogen pollution with up to a half of all river stretches affected – Up to 323 million people on three continents […]
Published by the Department of the Interior The Federal government is committed to improving its ability to prevent invasive species from impacting national assets. The President’s Priority Agenda on enhancing climate resilience called for a national framework for the early detection of and response to invasive species. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-and-senator-brian-schatz-announce-additional-federal-support
Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme “I’ve seen Côte d’Ivoire rapidly develop in the last five years. I want to see it continue to build and improve its economy long into the future. For it to do so, economic development must not come at the expense of the environment.” – Erik Solheim Read the […]
Published by the Department of the Interior Going coast to coast for this special National Park Service Centennial edition of This Week at Interior Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/video/this-week-interior-august-26-2016
Published by the Department of the Interior The monument expansion comes after significant engagement with the Native Hawaiian community, the fishing industry, and residents of the islands. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretaries-pritzker-jewell-applaud-presidents-expansion-papahanaumokuakea-marine
Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme Read the full article at: http://www.unep.org/NewsCentre/default.aspx?DocumentID=27081&ArticleID=36249&l=en
Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme Read the full article at: http://www.unep.org/NewsCentre/default.aspx?DocumentID=27081&ArticleID=36248&l=en
Published by the Department of the Interior Happy 100th Birthday, National Park Service! Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/video/national-park-service-100th-birthday
Published by the Department of the Interior On the heels of the National Park Service Centennial, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will join community members and stakeholders on Sunday, August 28th to participate in a public celebration and dedication ceremony to commemorate the designation of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine. Read […]
Published by the Department of the Interior The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area allows Twin Cities area residents and visitors to explore nature close to a bustling metropolitan setting by hiking, biking, fishing, boating and more. The park also provides important opportunities for local schoolchildren to get outdoors and be active close to home. Read […]
Published by the United Nations [UN] Environment Programme – US$5-7 trillion a year needed to implement the Sustainable Development Goals Read the full article at: http://www.unep.org/NewsCentre/default.aspx?DocumentID=27081&ArticleID=36247&l=en
Published by the Department of the Interior Deputy Secretary of the Interior Michael L. Connor will deliver remarks and welcome 25 new citizens at a special naturalization ceremony at the Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in honor of the National Park Service Centennial. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/deputy-secretary-connor-deliver-remarks-special-centennial-naturalization-ceremony
Published by the Department of the Interior The new national monument – which will be managed by the National Park Service and is now the 413th park unit in the National Park System – is located directly east of the 209,644-acre Baxter State Park, the location of Maine’s highest peak, Mt. Katahdin (5,267 feet), the northern […]
Publilshed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WASHINGTON –Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Read the full article at: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/obama-administration-help-appalachian-communities-revitalize-downtowns-through
Published by the Department of the Interior Secretary Jewell will highlight efforts to connect with and create the next generation of park visitors, supporters and advocates; mitigate against the devastating impacts of climate change; tell a more inclusive story; preserve and protect natural, historic and cultural resources; create economic opportunities for local communities; and engage more diverse […]
Published by the Department of the Interior Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this contentious beginning, the region developed a distinct character that tolerated diversity in religion and national origin and valued independence. Read the […]
Published by the Department of the Interior The size and weight of these small UAS provide operators a simple, efficient and inexpensive tool to collect aerial data. Their design allows for rapid deployment of new payload options, as new sensors become available. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/us-department-interior-awards-contract-small-unmanned-aircraft-systems
Published by the Department of the Interior César E. Chávez National Monument, located in the Tehachapi Mountains northeast of Los Angeles, protects the home and workplace of civil rights leader César Chávez and tells the powerful story of his efforts to seek a better life for farm workers and their families. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/interior-secretary-jewell-sba-administrator-contreras-sweet-tour-cesar-e-chavez
Published by the Department of the Interior The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site recognizes several locations where Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up, including the home of his birth, where he played as a child, and the church where he was baptized. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/interior-deputy-secretary-connor-tour-martin-luther-king-jr-national-historic-site
Published by the Department of the Interior Little Rock Central High School is recognized for its pivotal role in the desegregation of public schools in the United States after nine African-American students sought an education at the all-white Little Rock Central High School in 1957. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/mediaadvisories/interior-secretary-jewell-transportation-secretary-foxx-tour-little-rock-central