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The Southern Appalachian Forest Coalition A collaboration of national, regional, state, and local environmental organizations formed in response to the threats facing the public lands and heritage of the region's mountains. USGS Appalachian Region Science Earth and life sciences information, research, and conferences focused on the region. Includes scenic photos. Appalachian Laboratory Environmental research facility of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science in the mountains of western Maryland. Conducts research in ecology and conservation biology in Maryland and other locations. Appalachian Voices Nonprofit organization concerned with fragile and threatened native ecosystems of the region, from Alabama to Maine. Information about chipmills, strip mining, mountaintop removal, air pollution, commercial logging on public lands, and other issues. Southern Appalachian Explorers Short article, intended for young students, on early explorations and scientific observations of the mountains. Remote Sensing Tutorial - Central Pennsylvania Fold Belt; The Appalachians Illustrated discussion of the landforms and geologic structure of the Valley and Ridge segment of the Appalachian chain, featuring aerial photos, satellite images, and geologic maps. Eastern Coal Region Roundtable Watershed Forum Part of a national effort, spearheaded by EPA, and other federal agencies, to bring together diverse partners to address watershed restoration issues. Appalachian Ginseng Foundation Committed to bettering the lives of Appalachian people by teaching about environmentally sustainable ginseng growing. Appalachia Science in the Public Interest Programs, publications, and demonstrations intended to promote sustainable development in low-income regions of central Appalachia. Southern Appalachian Man and Biosphere Program Consortium of federal and state agencies promoting the enhancement of environmental health, economic use, and cultural values across the Southern Appalachians. |
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