Southeast Watershed Assistance Network: A Clearinghouse for Land and Water Protection Resources



LAND & RESOURCE CONSERVATION:
Learn new strategies for habitat conservation, sustainable agriculture and more. Share ideas with land trusts, resource management agencies and others on how to better conserve our natural resources.
> TN State Parks Named Best in the Nation

 

WATERSHED & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT:
Build up your resources of codes and ordinances, case studies and best management practices for how to protect your watershed and better manage your community’s stormwater. 
> NOAA Coastal Risk Atlas
> Battie Creek in VA is EPA Nonpoint Source Success Story

 

QUALITY GROWTH:
Discover how developing communities in the Southeast are increasing their economic base while preserving water quality and open space. Experience new strategies for low impact design, urban renewal and growth readiness that you can apply to your own community.
> New Report on Link Between Growth and Climate Change

SUSTAINABLE BUILDING:
Gain a better understanding about the connection between sustainable building and water quality. Search for new building products and techniques that make less of an impact on our environment and visit the
Building Outside the Box program to see real life examples of how they’re being used.
> Bathroom Faucets Now Carry EPA WaterSense Label
> New! Sustainable Sites Initiative

 

COMMUNITY TRAINING :
Develop your own skills and learn from other conservation professionals. Find tools and resources for bringing land and water quality education to your local officials and community leaders.
> Tellabs Foundation Grants Available

 www.watershed-assistance.net
is a project of
Southeast Watershed Forum   &   Building Outside the Box

       

 

 

 

        

 



News & Events

13 May: National Wetlands Awards

The 2008 National Wetlands Awards Ceremony will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2008, in Washington, D.C. The National Wetlands Awards Program celebrates individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication, innovation or excellence in wetlands conservation. Their work covers programs or projects on the regional, state, and local levels.

 

NEW! Guide to the Southeast Aquatic Habitat Plan
The Southeast Aquatic Resource Partnership just released their guide to the Southeast Aquatic Habitat Plan.  It is a 20-page booklet available for download (pdf).  Click here to read more. 

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