Environmental Protection
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Help Stop The Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species
During the 2020 migratory bird season, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) would like to remind waterfowl hunters to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in hunting areas and adjacent waters.
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Environmental Review For Iron River Sanitary District Two Project
The Iron River Sanitary District Two is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in their public drinking water system. The project will consist of replacing existing watermains and water services within the U.S. Highway 2 from Lea Street to Front Street
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DNR Launches Waste Characterization Study At Wisconsin Landfills
This past September, SCS Engineers began collecting and sorting samples of municipal solid waste at landfills across the state as part of a study aimed at better understanding what Wisconsinites are throwing in the trash. Results of the study will provide a powerful planning tool for waste reduction and minimization efforts across the state, and when compared to prior studies conducted in 2003 and 2009, will help officials identify trends in waste and recycling.
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PFAS and Foam on Waterways
Foam is a common occurrence on Wisconsin waterways and can often be observed floating on the surfaces of lakes and rivers. Surface water foam can form as a result of natural processes or from human-caused discharges such as runoff of contaminants…
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Public Asked To Help DNR Prioritize Work On Water Quality Standards
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering the public a chance to rank which issues the DNR should focus on over the next three years to protect water quality in lakes, streams and rivers.
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DNR seeks comments on updated surface water assessment guidance
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment on guidance that helps water management specialists evaluate the status of the state’s surface water quality.
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Recycling Excellence Award Nominations Now Open
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is accepting nominations for the 2020 Recycling Excellence Awards until Sept. 15.
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Trumpeter Swans Fitted With GPS Collars To Reveal Migratory Habits And Habitats
The successful recovery of trumpeter swans in Wisconsin and other western Great Lakes states is spurring a new regionwide effort to better understand the migration routes and winter habitats of these birds, the largest in North America and named for their resonant calls.
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Environmental Review For City Of Amery Project
The City of Amery is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in their public drinking water system. The project includes replacing aging water mains and all related appurtenances and laterals in the right-of-way on South Street.
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DNR To Fund Sampling Of Hundreds Of Potable Wells For PFAS In The Town Of Peshtigo
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting sampling of potable wells in an Expanded Site Investigation Area in the Town of Peshtigo due to the potential presence of groundwater contaminated with PFAS, using state funds.