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DNR Seeking Public Comments On Green Tier Application For Kimberly-Clark

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on a proposed Green Tier application for Kimberly-Clark’s manufacturing facility in Marinette. If accepted, the application would allow the Marinette facility to join Tier 1 of the Green Tier program. The proposal covers activities at the facility located on Riverside Ave. in Marinette.

Wed, 09/01/2021 - 08:48

Public Health | Training | Education

Wisconsin DNR, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division Of Extension And College Of Agriculture And Life Sciences Host Final Nitrate Webinar Sept. 16

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the final online webinar session of a series focused on nitrate in Wisconsin on Sept. 16.

Tue, 08/31/2021 - 11:52

Environmental Protection | Safety | Drinking Water

Groundwater Coordinating Council Releases Annual Report

The Wisconsin Groundwater Coordinating Council today shared key recommendations for protecting and preserving vital groundwater resources in its 2021 annual report to the Wisconsin State Legislature. The recommendations focus on evaluating and addressing drinking water contamination from nitrates, perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals, and viruses and other microbial pathogens.

Tue, 08/31/2021 - 10:04

Monitoring | Publications and Reports | Wildlife Habitat

DNR Announces CWD Response Plan Review

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the formation of a committee to review the state’s chronic wasting disease (CWD) response plan.

Tue, 08/31/2021 - 09:03

Enforcement | Public Health | Wildlife Habitat

New Baiting And Feeding Ban In Effect For Taylor County Beginning Sept. 1, 2021

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) received notification from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection that a farm-raised deer on a deer farm in Taylor County tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). With this new CWD-detection, Taylor County is now considered a CWD-affected county.

Mon, 08/30/2021 - 16:50

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