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Indiana Natural Resources Commission
Autonomous board which addresses issues pertaining to the Department of Natural Resources.

 
Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology
Provides extensive advisory, technical and informational services on geology, mineral, energy and water resources in the state.

 
Materials Engineering and Research Laboratory (MERL)
Tests concrete, concrete reinforcement, metals testing, plastics, geotextiles, miscellaneous materials and coatings.

 
American Heritage Rivers Initiative
Helps river communities make more efficient and effective use of existing federal resources.

 
New Mexico Bureau of Mines & Mineral Resources
Non-regulatory bureau that conducts studies and disseminates information on geology, mineral and energy resources, water resources, geologic hazards, environmental problems and extractive metallurgy.

 
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Manages the state's natural resources and recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, boating, parks and wildlife.

 
Indiana State Government: Access Indiana
Official website of the State of Indiana, providing links to local governments, business and professional resources, associations, and other public information.

 
Kentucky Department for Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (DSMRE)
Enforces Kentucky's mining, reclamation and abandoned mine land laws, thereby protecting its citizens, environment and natural resources.

 
Washington State Division of Geology and Earth Resources
Reference source for information about the geology and mineral resources of Washington.

 
Missouri Public Service Commission
Regulates public utilities operating in the state.

 
US Department of Energy - Coal
This is the coal data and analysis web site for the Department of Energy. Included are coal energy information and programs, links to the home pages of the individual offices and National Labs.

 
Environmental Protection Agency
Organization that protects human health and safeguards the natural environment.

 
US Geological Survey (USGS)
Statistics and information on the worldwide supply, demand, and flow of minerals and materials (such as cement and steel) essential to the US economy, the national security, and protection of the environment.

 
Kansas Corporation Commission
Regulates rates, service and safety of public utilities, common carriers and motor carriers. Also regulates oil and gas production.

 
Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Establishes and administers goals, objectives and priorities for the preservation of the state's natural resources.

 
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Protects, enhances, preserves and wisely uses natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management and education.

 
North Carolina Department of Environment & Natural Resources (DENR)
Administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality and the public's health.

 
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Maintains navigation, flood control, environmental protection, disaster response, and military construction.

 
Arkansas Department of Information Systems
Aims to eliminate the effects of distance, geography and time in the delivery of government services, and to empower state officials and citizens to make good decisions by providing them with high quality information.

 
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Manages, protects, conserves and develops Iowa's natural resources in cooperation with other public and private organizations and individuals.

 
Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission
Provides regulatory responsibility over natural gas, water, private sewer, electric and telephone services.

 
Arkansas Public Service Commission
Creates a competitive marketplace for utility companies and ensures safe, reliable and reasonably-priced utility distribution service.

 
Louisiana Public Service Commission
Regulates the rates and service practices of utility and transportation companies located in the state.

 
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): Mineral Resources Program
Provides and communicates current impartial information on the occurrence, quality, quantity, and availability of mineral resources.

 
New York State Public Service Commission
Regulates the state's electric, gas, steam, telecommunications and water utilities, and also oversees the cable industry.

 
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology
A public service unit of the University of Nevada which conducts research and publishes reports on mineral resources, engineering geology, environmental geology, hydrogeology and geologic mapping.

 
Pennsylvania Topographic & Geologic Survey
Collects, preserves and disseminates impartial information on the state's geology, geologic resources and topography.

 
Pennsylvania State Government
Official website of the State of Pennsylvania, providing information on government, industry, education, tourism, taxes and more.

 
Ohio Geological Survey
Provides geologic maps, reports and data files for use by individuals, educators, industry, businesses and government.

 
EPA Region 3 Mountaintop Mining Site
Provides information to the public regarding the EPA's plans and progress in preparing a document on the adverse environmental effects to waters, fish and wildlife from mountaintop mining operations.

 
Alabama Geological Survey
Data gathering and research agency that explores and evaluates the mineral, water, energy, biological and other natural resources of the State of Alabama.

 
Department of the Interior (DOI)
Through the operations of its 8 Bureaus, is responsible for most nationally owned public lands and natural resources. Also works closely with Indian Tribal leaders to insure that reservations receive adequate economic, educational and social se.

 
NARUC: State Public Utilities Commissions
Represents the interests of the 50 state public utility commissions before the three branches of the federal government and the independent federal agencies.

 
Office of Surface Mining
Department of Interior bureau that protects citizens and the environment during coal mining and reclamation. Comprehensive site provides information on abandoned mine reclamation and more.

 
USDA Forest Service
Federal agency that manages public lands in national forests and grasslands, as well as being a forestry research organization.

 
Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control
Regulates the electric, cable TV, water, telephone and gas industries in the state.

 
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
Develops and implements policies and programs for the conservation, management, utilization and protection of the state's natural resources.

 
Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs
Aims to protect the environment and natural resources of the state while providing for both habitat restoration and recreational needs.

 
Oak Ridge National Laboratory Fossil Energy Program
A multiprogram science and technology laboratory, conducts basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions.

 
Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey
Provides objective scientific information about the geology, mineral resources, water resources, soil, climate and biology of the state.

 
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Protects and enhances the air, land, water and all natural resources in the state, along with wildlife, fish and forests.

 
Mississippi Public Service Commission
Governs the public utilities of the state such as phone rates, electrical rates and water rates of some providers.

 
Kansas Geological Survey
Provider of geological studies and research, collection and preservation of data of the geology of Kansas. Special emphasis is placed on natural resources for economic value, water quality and quantity and geological hazards. The survey is als.

 
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
Manages and enhances wildlife diversity and its use, including hunting, fishing, boating and other nature-related recreation.

 
Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
Safeguards and manages the natural and cultural resources in the State of Hawaii, including public lands, boating, fishing, parks and native species.

 
Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)
Coordinates federal environmental efforts and works closely with agencies and other White House offices in the development of environmental policies and initiatives.

 
Maine Geological Survey
Provides maps and geological information on ground water, marine matters, geologic hazards and economic issues.

 
New Jersey Geological Survey
Public service and research agency that collects and provides geoscience information to government, consultants, industry, environmental groups and the public.

 
Oregon Public Utility Commission
Regulates the customer rates and services of the state's investor-owned electric and natural gas companies, certain telephone services and water utilities.

 
Delaware Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control
Protects and manages the state's natural resources, protects public health and safety, provides quality outdoor recreation, and educates citizens about the wise use, conservation and enhancement of Delaware's environment.

 
Florida Geological Survey (FGS)
Department of Environmental Protection division that provides research and data on earth systems such as aquifer systems, geologic frameworks, oil, gas and mineral resources, and geologic hazards.

 
North Carolina Utilities Commission
Regulates electric, telephone and natural gas companies, motor freight and passenger carriers, water and sewer companies, and ferryboat operators.

 
West Virginia Department of Natural Resources: Fish
Provides information on fishing, lake and stream stocking, and regulations.

 
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
Regulatory agency for electric, gas, telephone and water in the State of Idaho.

 
Texas Bureau of Economic Geology
State geological survey describing geologic research initiatives, offering geological publications, and providing links to other geoscience resources.

 
Utah Department of Natural Resources
Manages land, timber, minerals, wildlife, energy resources and state parks.

 
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): Minerals Information
Coal combustion byproducts statistics and information.

 
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Promotes, protects and manages the states natural resources and outdoor recreation areas.

 
Vermont Public Service Board
Supervises the rates, quality of service, and overall financial management of cable television, electric, gas, telecommunications, water and large wastewater companies in the state.

 
Wyoming Public Service Commission
Regulates public utilities in the state.

 
US Geological Survey
Provides USGS Information by State, maps, information on Earthquakes, Floods and Volcanoes. Site is linked to a wide range of products, services and data.

 
National Park Service: Biological Diversity
Essay on foundations of life, genetic diversity, new medicines, other topics, and their relationship to the NPS.

 
Nebraska Conservation and Survey Division
Investigates and records information about the state's geologic history, its rock and mineral resources, the quantity and quality of its water resources, land cover and other aspects of its geography.

 
North Carolina Geological Survey
 
Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
Regulates and supervises the intrastate rates and service of the state's public utilities, including electricity, water, natural gas, telephone and certain transportation vehicles.

 
Iowa Geological Survey Bureau
Plans and implements programs that result in the acquisition of comprehensive information on the mineral and water resources of the state.

 
Oklahoma Geological Survey
Conducts research and provides information on the geology of the state, as well as mapping, education and environmental issues.

 
Interior Columbia Basin Ecosystem Management Project (ICBEMP)
Department of Agriculture Forest Service and Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management project to develop a scientifically sound and ecosystem-based strategy for management of eastside forests.

 
Delaware Geological Survey
Provides systematic investigation of the geology and physiographic features of Delaware.

 
USDA Forest Service: Road Management
Provides road access for resource protection and for commercial activities or public uses such as timber harvesting, recreation outfitting, mining, and grazing.

 
Iowa Utilities Board
Regulates certain electric, natural gas, telephone and water utilities in Iowa.

 
Maryland Public Service Commission
Regulates gas, electric, telephone, water and sewage disposal companies in the state.

 
Michigan Geological Survey
Encourages conservation and protects natural resource values in developing the geological resources of the state, including fossil fuels, minerals and groundwater.

 
Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries
Provides information on geological hazards, inventory of geologic resources, and formulates policy on land and water use in the state.

 
Vermont Geological Survey
Conducts surveys and research relating to the geology, mineral resources and topography of the state.

 
New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department
 
New Hampshire Department of Resources and Economic Development
Protects and preserves forests, recreational and natural areas, scientific and historic locations, and promotes travel and tourism.

 
Arizona Corporation Commission
Regulatory responsibility for incorporating, securities, railroad and pipeline safety, as well as utilities.

 
National Research Center for Coal and Energy
In collaboration with the faculty of West Virginia University, the National Research Center for Coal and Energy (NRCCE) identifies, develops, promotes, coordinates, supports, and conducts multidisciplinary energy and environmental research and s.

 
California Division of Mines and Geology
Department of Conservation division that ensures development of mineral commodities, oil, natural gas and geothermal steam are accompanied by environmental safeguards.

 
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality
Oversees the Office of Administrative Services, the Environmental Resource Center, the Office of Geology, the Office of Land and Water Resources, the Legal Division and the Office of Pollution Control.

 
Arizona Geological Survey
Provides impartial information to assist those responsible for prudently managing Arizona's land, water, mineral, and energy resources and to enhance understanding of the State's geologic heritage.

 
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Sustains, enhances, protects and conserves Georgia's natural, historic and cultural resources for present and future generations.

 
Maine Public Utilities Commission
Regulates water, gas, electric and telephone utilities as well as resellers of telephone services.

 
South Dakota Public Utilities Commission
Regulates the rates and service quality of investor-owned electric, natural gas, and telephone utilities, and has territorial jurisdiction over all retail electric companies.

 
Nebraska Natural Resources Commission
Responsible for long range planning, management and proper utilization of Nebraska's land and water resources.

 
West Virginia County Information and Data
Provides information on each county in the state, including history, size, population, industries and geology.

 
Office of Coal Technology
Responsible for two major elements of the DOE's Fossil Energy Program: Clean Power Systems and Clean Coal Fuels.

 
Florida Public Service Commission
Provides a regulatory environment that facilitates the efficient provision of safe and reliable utility services at fair prices.

 
Indiana Geological Survey (IGS)
Provides services to the state that contribute to the wise stewardship of its energy, mineral, and ground-water resources, and protects the health, safety, and welfare of its citizenry through the gathering and interpretation of relevant geologi.

 
Kentucky Department of Mines and Minerals (DMM)
Provides inspections and licensing of mines and oil & gas wells in the state of Kentucky.

 
Illinois State Geological Survey
Provides information to government, businesses and the public on geologic mapping, water and mineral resources, environmental and engineering geology and geochemistry.

 
West Virginia Office of Miner's Health Safety and Training.
Supervises the execution and enforcement of the state's mining laws and rules through inspection and investigation.

 
Kentucky Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Cabinet
Protects and preserves Kentucky's land, air and water resources.

 
Rebuild America Financial Services (RAFS)
Aids local partnerships in developing, financing and implementing energy efficiency projects. Part of US Department of Energy.

 
National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL)
Performs, procures and partners in technical research, development, and demonstration to advance technology into the commercial marketplace, thereby benefiting the environment, contributing to U.S. employment, and advancing the position of U.S. .

 
Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission
Identifies, acquires, and manages natural areas that represent the best known occurrences of rare native species, natural communities, and significant natural features in a statewide nature preserve system.

 
U.S. Senate: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
Oversees and legislates responsibilities for national energy policy, including international energy affairs, emergency preparedness and many other areas.

 
Colorado Department of Natural Resources
Develops, protects, and enhances Colorado natural resources for the use and enjoyment of the state's present and future residents, as well as for visitors to the state.

 
South Carolina Geological Survey
Collects, studies, interprets and reports all information pertaining to the geology and mineral resources of the state.

 
South Dakota Geological Survey
Conducts geologic studies, hydrologic studies and research, and collects, preserves and disseminates information on the geology and hydrology of South Dakota.

 
New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission
Regulatory agency for utilities in the State of New Hampshire.

 
Alabama Public Service Commission
Regulates public utilities and certain aspects of the transportation industry doing business in Alabama.

 
Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Energy
Regulates the electric, gas, water, transportation and telephone industries in the state.

 
BLM Surface Management Regulation (43 CFR 3809)
Initiative to revise and update regulations governing hardrock mining operations for 'locatable' minerals such as gold, silver, and copper on public lands.

 
New York State Geological Survey
Investigates and publishes reports on the geology of New York and promotes earth science education.

 
West Virginia Public Service Commission
Supervises and regulates the rates, services and operations of all public utilities and many common and contract motor carriers within the state.

 
Minnesota Geological Survey
Conducts basic and applied earth science research, conveys that information to the public through publications and service activities, and promotes earth science education.

 
Kentucky State Government
Official website of the State of Kentucky, providing information on government, tourism, taxes, transportation, employment and more.

 
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): Books and Other Publications
List and descriptions of online USGS books, reports, periodicals and other publications.

 
Illinois State Government
Home page of the State of Illinois, providing information on government, resources, tourism, a directory and more.

 
Nevada Public Utilities Commission
Regulates electric, gas, water, telecommunications and safety in the State of Nevada.

 
Oregon Natural Resources Council
Conservation consortium promoting environmental protection by educating the public and influencing the public's servants through legal and legislative processes.

 
Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission
Regulates the rates, services and practices of privately-owned utilities and transportation companies, including electric, telecommunications, natural gas, water and solid waste collection companies.

 
Kentucky Public Service Commission
Regulates the intrastate rates and services of investor-owned electric, natural gas, telephone, water and sewage utilities, customer-owned electric and telephone cooperatives, water districts and associations, and certain aspects of gas pipeline.

 
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Maintains and preserves Pennsylvania's parks and forest lands, and provides information on the state's ecological and geologic resources.

 
Tennessee Division of Geology
Provides research on Tennessee geology and mineral resources, and publishes useful geologic information to benefit the general public.

 
Bureau of Reclamation
A contemporary water management agency: the second largest wholesaler of water and producer of hydroelectric power in the country. Emphasizes the fulfillment of water delivery obligations, water conservation, water recycling and reuse, and deve.

 
Govee.com
Federal, state and local government websites.

 
Federal Consumer Information Center
Catalogs of free and low-cost federal publications of consumer interest.

 
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Provides information on Railroad safety, research and development, high-speed ground transportation, employment, legislation, regulations, orders and ordinances, and business with the FRA.

 
Illinois Clean Coal Institute (ICCI)
Coal research and development program with emphasis on continued utilization, environmentally clean burning, and new markets for Illinois basin coals.

 
Georgia Public Service Commission
Regulates the electric, telephone, gas and transportation industries in the State of Georgia.

 
West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey
Center for geology, energy resources, industrial minerals, geologic hazards, groundwater, topographic and geologic maps, earth science and more.

 
NASIRE StateSearch
Topical clearinghouse to state government information on the Internet.

 
Idaho Geological Survey
Special public service and research agency at the University of Idaho mandated by law to collect and disseminate geologic and mineral data for the state.

 
Nebraska Public Service Commission
Regulates telecommunications companies, grain warehouses and dealers, private water companies, taxicab and limousine operators, intrastate trucking companies, the placement of certain electric transmission lines, railroads, manufactured homes, r.

 
Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory (LBL)
A multiprogram lab managed by the University of California at Berkeley for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)conducting research in advanced materials, life sciences, energy efficiency, detectors and accelerators.

 
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
Contributes to Alaska’s economic health and quality of life by protecting and maintaining the state’s resources, and encouraging wise development of these resources by making them available for public use.

 
Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys
Collects, analyzes, interprets, and publishes data on Alaska's geologic resources as a stimulus to economic development, to improve public safety, and to facilitate effective management of Alaska's lands.

 
North Dakota Geological Survey
Investigates the geology of North Dakota, administers regulatory programs, and provides public service and information to the people of state.

 
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
Creates and maintains a safe, reliable and efficient regulatory environment for the electric, natural gas and telephone utilities.

 
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
Administers 264 million acres of America's public lands, located primarily in the 12 Western States. The BLM sustains the health, diversity, and productivity of the public lands for present and future use. Comprehensive site provides links to i.

 
Kentucky Geological Survey
Conducts research, collects data, and serves as the state's official archive for data on petroleum, coal, minerals, ground water, and topographic and geologic maps.

 
Office of Fossil Energy
Department of Energy bureau that provides an electronic gateway to information on federal coal, oil and natural gas programs, and research/development projects.

 
Colorado Geological Survey (CGS)
Provides geologic mapping, technical assistance, and research and economic development information on Colorado's mineral and energy industries.

 
Virginia State Corporation Commission
Possesses regulatory authority over utilities, insurance, state-chartered financial institutions, securities, retail franchising and railroads.

 
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
Site provides information on education and training, fatal alert bulletins, federal register documents, statistics, statutory and regulatory information, mining industry directory, forms and on-line filings, media information, and more.

 
California Office of Mine Reclamation
Department of Conservation division that provides assistance to cities, counties, state agencies and mine operators for cost-effective reclamation planning.

 
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
Regulates public utilities, telecommunications companies and insurance companies in the state.

 
Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs
Provides technical and financial assistance to businesses, local governments, workers and families.

 
Arkansas Geological Commission
Develops and provides knowledge of the geology and hydrogeology of the State, and encourages the effective management and utilization of the State's mineral, fossil-fuel, and water resources.

 
West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey
 
Oklahoma Corporation Commission
Regulates, enforces the laws and supervises the exploration and production of oil and gas, the storage and dispensing of petroleum-based fuels, the establishment of rates and services of public utilities, and the operation of intrastate transpor.

 
US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Military and civilian engineers, scientists and other specialists working hand in hand as leaders in engineering and environmental matters.

 
New Jersey Board of Public Utilities
Regulates electric, gas, cable TV, water, telecommunications and all public utilities in the state.

 
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