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Environmental Quality as a Social Problem
WeblinksWorldwatch InstituteThis is the homepage of a nonprofit public policy research organization which informs policymakers and the public about global problems and trends. Includes alerts and press briefings, publication highlights, World Watch Magazine, and job announcements Nuclear Regulatory Commission This is the homepage of the U.S. commission regulating civilian use of nuclear energy. It has news, a reference library, and information on disaster response and problems of radioactive waste disposal. Department of Energy This official homepage has news and general information on the department's numerous programs and resources. Environmental Protection Agency Homepage of the U.S. government's agency dedicated to environment-related problems and resources, including news, legislation, regulations, test methods, and scientific data. U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization This is the homepage of the United Nations agency working to promote agricultural development and food security. Includes data on the forestry industries of many countries. International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources This organization, based in the United Kingdom, is dedicated to helping societies "conserve the...diversity of nature." The site includes the latest news and info. Nature Conservancy The Nature Conservancy is dedicated to preserving endangered habitats and wildlife by purchasing areas under threat. Greenpeace This homepage offers information on current campaigns and membership of this controversial private non-profit organization, which favors active intervention in environmental problems worldwide. The site provides access to audio and video archives of Greenpeace in action and a discussion forum. ab_webmaster@abacon.com |