Environmental Links
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | Government agency to protect environment. |
EPA Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds | U.S. EPA’s Office of Water. |
Recycle City (US EPA) | KIDS – Learn about recycling! |
California Home Page | State of California. |
Environmental Protection Agency | California’s Environmental Protection Agency. |
Department of Toxic Substance Control | Regulates and evaluates risks posed by hazardous substances. |
CalRecycle | Agency responsible for dealing with solid waste issues in the State. |
California Recycling Market Development Zone | Assists businesses that recycle or use recyclable materials. |
Los Angeles County Home Page | Links to the County’s various Departments and other useful info. |
Los Angeles County Public Works | Home of www.CleanLA.com (Environmental Programs Division). |
Solid Waste Information Management System (SWIMS) | Online Solid Waste Information Management System. |
L.A. County Ocean Water Monitoring Program | Monitors ocean water along the Los Angeles County coastline. |
L.A. County Surplus Sale Bids | L.A. County Internal Services Department’s listing of open bids. |
County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County | Information on wastewater treatment and solid waste facilities. |
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power | Energy efficiency and water conservation for Los Angeles City. |
City of Los Angeles Bureau of Sanitation | Solid waste collection and treatment within Los Angeles City. |
Southern California Association of Governments | SoCal regional planning agency comprised of 184 cities and 6 counties. |
California State Association of Counties | CSAC Represents county governments on legislative issues. |
League of California Cities | The official organization representing all California cities. |
Links to cities in Los Angeles County | Links to the 88 cities in Los Angeles County. |
A Guide to Green Careers | Inspiring professionals to use their skills in green careers. |
Going Green on Campus | A guide for students and colleges to make a difference on campus through climate change. |
Task Force | Comprised of stakeholders to address solid waste management issues. |
California Resource Recovery Association | Information on recycling in the Golden State. |
The Environment Directory | A search engine devoted entirely to environmental-related information. |
Environment News Service | An independent international wire service of environmental news. |
EnviroLink Library | A comprehensive resource for social and environmental change. |
The HORIZON Solutions Site | Database of health and environment initiatives from around the world. |
TreePeople | Non-profit dedicated to environmental awareness through urban forestry. |
Natural Resources Defense Council | Advocates for environmental issues. |
Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) | The region’s leading organization regarding solid waste issues. |
Environmental News Network | The latest in Environmental News from around the globe. |
Environmental Science | Information and resources for careers in environmental science. |
U.S. Department of Energy | Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network. |
California Energy Commission | Develops energy policy that ensures a reliable and affordable energy supply. |
California Independent System Operator (ISO) | Operates the electricity power grid in California. |
E-waste Recycling Locator | Find recyclers for electronic waste (e-waste). |
List of Recycling Coordinators in Los Angeles County | City and County Contacts for Recycling Information. |
Earth’s 911 Recycling Center Locator | Locate a recycling center near you by zip code. |
Recycle City, sponsored by US EPA | KIDS – Learn about recycling! |
E-waste Recycling Locator | Find recyclers for electronics (e-Waste) for reuse or recycling. |
L.A. Shares | Warehouses and delivers donated items to non-profit agencies and schools |
Habitat for Humanity | Volunteer organization that builds houses for low-income families. |
Goodwill Industries | List of Goodwill stores and donation centers in L.A. County. |
Salvation Army | Find the nearest Salvation Army store to you, by Zip Code |
County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County | Wastewater treatment and solid waste facilities. |
Los Angeles County Fire Department | Information on hazardous waste management and regulatory compliance. |
California Poison Control Center | 24-hour emergency info on poison including swallowing, eye/skin irritation, inhalation, animal/insect bites, and food/drug reactions. |
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition (NIPC) | Information on toxic products that are used as inhalants. |
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) | Tips on making your home safe and healthy. |
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) | Obtain product safety information or report unsafe products. |
South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) | Charged with improving air quality and smog control. |
California Air Resources Board | State agency whose goal is to improve air quality throughout California. |
Southern California Association of Governments | Reviews environmental, energy, and transportation issues. |
Transforming Transportation | Info on alternative fuel vehicles and advanced transportation technologies. |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration | Protects quality of air inside offices, schools, and workplaces. |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | Information on Indoor Air Quality. Better Environments Inside and Out. |
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health | Information on indoor environmental quality, workplace safety and health. |
Theodore Payne Foundation | Advocates for the preservation of California native flora. |
CalRecycle | Information on the management of organic resources. |
City of Los Angeles Bureau of Sanitation | City of Los Angeles composting information. |
County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County | Info on industrial waste and permitting policies. |
California Water Resources Control Board | Regulates and oversees water quality statewide. |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | Monitors and protects water courses and wetlands. |
National Oceanographic & Atmospheric Administration | Describes and predicts changes in the Earth’s environment. |
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, LA District | Oversees federal flood control, harbor, and wetlands projects. |
U.S. Department of Agriculture | Monitors water quality in the agricultural sector. |
U.S. Geological Survey | Branch of the U.S. Dept of Interior dedicated to water resources. |
Caltrans Stormwater Program | California Department of Transportation’s stormwater permit system. |
California Coastal Commission | Regulates development along the California Coast. |
California Water Resources Control Board | Oversees water quality regulations statewide. |
Southern California Coastal Waters Research Project | A joint-powers agency focusing on marine environmental research. |
City of Los Angeles Stormwater Program | Report spills, clogged catch basins, and illicit discharges into storm drains. |
California Stormwater Quality Task Force | Advises on stormwater quality issues. |
Heal the Bay | Advocates for environmental issues concerning Santa Monica Bay. |
Santa Monica Bay Keeper | Advocates for environmental issues concerning Santa Monica Bay. |
Surfrider Foundation | Advocates for protecting our oceans, waves and beaches. |
Friends of the LA River | Advocates for environmental issues concerning the Los Angeles River. |
Topanga Watershed Committee | Advocates for Topanga Canyon in Los Angeles County. |
Center for Watershed Protection | Non-profit group involved with environmental issues in urban watersheds. |
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