Organizations & Networks

Introducing: The Nature Conservancy

The Wisconsin Chapter of The Nature Conservancy protects and restores coastal habitat and provides science based solutions as a collaborative partner on coastal projects.   The Nature Conservancy   Who Are They? The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global environmental nonprofit with the mission to conserve and protect land and water. TNC has a chapter…
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Introducing: Wisconsin Wetlands Association

Wisconsin Wetlands Association is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and enjoyment of wetlands and associated ecosystems.   Wisconsin Wetlands Association   Who Are They? The Wisconsin Wetlands Association (WWA) is a non-partisan, science-based professional organization that is a leader in Wisconsin wetlands work. WWA is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and enjoyment of wetlands and…
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Introducing: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

USACE provides engineering solutions to reduce disaster risk and support economic development.   U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Who Are They? The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is a federal agency with a guiding mission to “deliver enduring engineering and water resource solutions to the nation, in collaboration with partners, to protect the…
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Introducing: Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve

The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve protects and studies the Green Bay estuary.   Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve     Who Are They? The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve works to improve the understanding of Lake Superior’s coast and estuaries by addressing issues through the integration of research, education, outreach, and…
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Introducing: Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

The Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve protects and studies the Green Bay estuary.   Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve     Who Are They? The future Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve will be a part of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERR) of 30 sites across the coastal US designed to…
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Introducing: Wisconsin State Cartographer’s Office

Wisconsin State Cartographer’s Office provides maps, cartography, geographic and land information, and geospatial technology.   Wisconsin State Cartographer’s Office     Who Are They? The State Cartographer’s Office (SCO) is a part of the Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It provides maps, cartography, geographic information systems (GIS), land information system (GIS), land…
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Introducing: Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative

Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative works to advance the protection of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River through policy.   Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative     Who Are They? The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (Cities Initiative) is a binational coalition of over 200 municipal and regional…
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Introducing: Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership

Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership fosters partnerships, cultivates projects, and advocates for the conservation of the Great Lakes basin.   Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership     Who Are They? The Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) fosters partnerships, cultivates projects, promotes discussions, and advocates for the conservation and protection of the Great Lakes basin. LNRP helps develop…
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Introducing: Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission

Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission provides information and planning services to help solve technical problems.   Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission     Who Are They? The Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SEWRPC) provides essential information and planning services to help solve technical problems and focus regional attention on key issues of regional consequences. Their…
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Introducing: Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission

Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission provides planning and technical services through various programs.   Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission   Who Are They? The Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission (Bay-Lake RPC or Commission) provides planning and technical services through various federal, state, and local programs to their member local governments in northeast Wisconsin. They partner with state and…
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