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Nicholas School of The Environment - http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/
Duke University's graduate research and professional school for the interdisciplinary study of the environment, biological, physical and social sciences. Features research and division centers, staff and faculty, news, facilities, academic programs. |
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The Science House at North Carolina State University - http://www.science-house.org/
A learning outreach program with a mission to work with K-12 teachers to emphasize the use of hands-on learning activities in science and mathematics. Forum; annotated directory of links; and searchable resources for science, math and for hands-on activities in general. |
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North Carolina Botanical Garden - http://www.ncbg.unc.edu/
A regional center for research, conservation, and interpretation of plants located in Chapel Hill. |
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North Carolina Geological Survey - http://www.geology.enr.state.nc.us/
Information about geology and mineral resources in the state, including geologic and geophysical maps, publications, education programs, professional licensing and other regulatory requirements, and FAQs. |
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State Climate Office of North Carolina - http://www.nc-climate.ncsu.edu
The official website for the state's climate information and data retrieval. Features online data, FAQs, education resources. |
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North Carolina Arboretum - http://www.ncarboretum.org/
A public institution integrating education, landscape, and research that elevates the aesthetic, cultural, and economic quality of life in North Carolina. |
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North Carolina Mosquito and Vector Control Association - http://www.ncmvca.org/
Provides networking and educational opportunities, supports and promotes research and related activities, and provides a forum for intergovernmental communication. Includes a newsletter. |
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NCPIRG - North Carolina Public Interest Research Group - http://www.ncpirg.org/
Works to uncover threats to public health and well-being and fight to end them via investigative research, media exposés, grassroots organizing, advocacy and litigation. |
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Carolina Recycling Association - http://www.cra-recycle.org/
State-based recycling association conserves resources by advancing waste reduction and recycling. Includes board, membership, councils, and events. Based in Pittsboro, NC. |
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N. C. Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) - http://www.nceep.net
Dedicated to the restoration and preservation of wetlands, streams, and riparian areas in the state. Features projects, news, services and information for landowners. |
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North Carolina Conservation Network - http://www.ncconnet.org/
Statewide network of environmental groups. Information on membership and projects. |
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Office of Environmental Education - http://www.eenorthcarolina.org/
Serves as a clearinghouse linking people to environmental education materials, facilities, programs, and professionals across the state. |
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North Carolina Chapter of The Nature Conservancy - http://nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/northcarolina/
Information about preserves, natural history, and conservation initiatives. |
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Land for Tomorrow - http://www.landfortomorrow.org/
Coalition works to protect the state's natural and cultural resources. Includes mission, reports, press releases, FAQs. |
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North Carolina Natural Heritage Program - http://www.ncnhp.org/
Inventories, catalogs, and facilitates protection of the rarest and the most outstanding elements of the natural diversity of the state. |
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North Carolina Sociological Association - http://www.ncsociology.org/
Dedicated to making available scholarly knowledge of the social patterns of North Carolina to the region, nation and world. |
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Citizen's Handbook of North Carolina's Environmental Information Sources - http://www.ibiblio.org/hass/home.html
Lists and links to information sources on a wide variety of topics. |
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Conservation Trust for North Carolina - http://www.ctnc.org/
Helps protect the state's land and water resources. Features land trust assistance, landowner assistance, public policy, and list of local land trusts across the state. |
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The North Carolina Native Plant Society - http://www.ncwildflower.org/
Promotes the enjoyment and conservation of native plants and their habitats through education, protection, and propagation. Articles, recommendations, sources, and information about membership. |
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Wild Flowers and Plants of North Carolina - http://www.ncnatural.com/wildflwr/
Features descriptions, photos, and folklore. |
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Catawba Lands Conservancy - http://www.catawbalands.org/
A regional land trust that protects the land, water and wildlife resources of the Southern Piedmont and Lower Catawba River Basin. |
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Trees, Shrubs, and Woody Vines of North Carolina - http://www.duke.edu/~cwcook/trees/
Photographs and information on over 400 species, identification key, and full species list for the state. |
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North Carolina Ecological Services, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - http://nc-es.fws.gov/
Information about programs and concerns related to the coastal region, toxic contaminants, endangered species, habitat management, wetlands, and other aspects of fish and wildlife protection and enhancement. |
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Jeff Pippen's Nature Home Page - http://www.duke.edu/~jspippen/nature.htm
Photographs and notes on butterflies, dragonflies, birds, plants, and other natural history topics. |
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North Carolina Nonpoint Source Management Program - http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/nps/
Program history and updates, Section 319 grant information, nutrient strategies, and buffer rules. |
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Carolina Nature - http://www.carolinanature.com/
Will Cook's personal web site with photographs and information about birds, butterflies, and plants; links to nature resources. |
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Open Space Protection Collaborative - http://www.openspaceprotection.org
Several land conservation organizations work jointly to increase the voluntary preservation of open space. Features overview of the partnership, tax incentive details, advisor tools, FAQs. |
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NC Wings - http://www.ncwings.com/
Photographs and information about the butterflies, dragonflies, and wildflowers of North Carolina by Ted and Linda Wilcox of Ashe County. |
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SpaceTalk - http://www.unc.edu/space
A student organization at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, advocating the human exploration of space. Includes news, forum and member area. |
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Land Management Group - http://www.lmgroup.net/
Environmental consultants specializing in wetlands, CAMA permits and soil sciences. Company profile, information on services and projects. |