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Database and interactive map of all large-scale solar energy facilities in the U.S

GISuser — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:04:17 +0000

SGS and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Department of Energy release database and interactive map of all large-scale solar energy facilities in the U.S. Nearly 3,700 facilities and their attributes can be seen on and downloaded from the interactive map RESTON, Va. All large-scale solar energy facilities can now be found on a single map, thanks to […]

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New big game migration maps support conservation planning across the West

GISuser — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 14:47:20 +0000

LARAMIE, Wyo.—The USGS, in partnership with state and Tribal wildlife agencies, today published the third volume in a series of new maps of big game migration corridors. The new maps add more valuable tools for land managers and policy makers to mitigate the impacts of development on wildlife. Each spring and fall, deer, elk, pronghorn and other hoofed […]

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Woolpert Selected by USGS for Geospatial Products and Services Contract 4

GISuser — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:09:07 +0000

The shared capacity contract will support federal, state and municipal government needs across the U.S. DAYTON, Ohio (Sept. 17, 2021) — Woolpert has been selected by the U.S. Geological Survey to provide mapping and survey services throughout the United States and its territories under its shared capacity Geospatial Products and Services Contract 4 (GPSC4), which has a ceiling of […]

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National Imagery Summit SAVE THE DATE August 31, 2021 – September 2, 2021

Editor — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 17:10:13 +0000

August 31, 2021 – September 2, 2021 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm EST Daily See how Landsat data can be used at the state, city, local, and tribal scale Preview plans for the launch of Landsat 9 in September 2021 Learn about Landsat 9’s successor, Landsat Next Hear the perspectives of innovative government, commercial, and non-profit leaders […]

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Wall Street Journal OpEd: USGS Gets Politics Out of Climate Forecasts

Editor — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 23:18:00 +0000

DECEMBER 22, 2020 – USGS Director Reilly published an OpEd in the Wall Street Journal. The world’s climate is changing, as it always has. The challenge is to understand how and why, which is why the U.S. Geological Survey has adopted the most comprehensive climate analysis requirements ever implemented by the federal government. Forecasting future responses […]

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USGS Supports the 2020 National Space Policy

Editor — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:51:42 +0000

DECEMBER 9, 2020 – In support of the President’s policy, USGS and NASA will leverage their full technological abilities to meet the nation’s growing environmental information needs. The 2020 National Space Policy, recently released by The White House, provides guidance for America’s civil, commercial and national security strategic investments in space. The National Space Policy is […]

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USGS Unveils Mobile Flood Tool for the Nation

Editor — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:43:12 +0000

The U.S. Geological Survey announced Friday the completion of a new mobile tool that provides real-time information on water levels, weather and flood forecasts all in one place on a computer, smartphone or other mobile device. The new USGS National Water Dashboard, or NWD, provides critical information to decision-makers, emergency managers and the public during flood […]

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Preliminary Flood Maps for LaSalle Parish, La. are Ready for Public View

Editor — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:19:26 +0000

Nov 2, 2020 – DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in all communities and unincorporated areas of LaSalle Parish, La. Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. This is […]

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From Volcanoes to Vineyards – New Geologic Map Reveals Portland’s Deep History

Editor — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 16:14:55 +0000

A new digital geologic map of the greater Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metropolitan area of Oregon and Washington being released today will support emergency response, conservation, agriculture and recreation. A new digital geologic map of the greater Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metropolitan area of Oregon and Washington will support emergency response, conservation, agriculture and recreation. https://pubs.er.usgs.gov/publication/sim3443 (Public domain.) The U.S. Geological Survey’s bi-state map, which covers more than […]

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USGS Celebrates 100 Years of Bird Banding Lab

GISuser — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:26:12 +0000

A Century of Advancing Avian Conservation Science Birds bring joy merely by their presence, from their bold colors and majestic songs to their grace as they glide through the sky. Birds contribute more than beauty to the environment and society. Many plants depend on hummingbirds and other species to pollinate them. Hawks and owls prey […]

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