Protects viable agricultural land by acquiring conservation easements in perpetuity to prevent the development of the land for any purpose other than agricultural production. The land evaluation looks at the quality of soils and the site assessment considers location factors that may have an impact on current or future viability of a farm.

Provides appropriate action on matters that affect the welfare of the Conodogulnet Creek watershed. Some of CCWA's activities include water quality monitoring and creek cleanups.

Works to protect, enhance, restore, and promote the responsible use of the county's natural resources. Services include water quality improvement, involving people to help protect the environment, agricultural land preserve, abandoned mine drainage, and parks and recreation.

Provides environmental STEM education through field trips, summer camps, classroom learning, peer mentoring, and leadership programs.

Oversees and implements policies and procedures that regulate the delivery of federal farm programs. Administers farm loan program.

Connects older adults with the community. A) PA MEDI - Medicare Counseling Program: Free one-on-one or telephone assistance to older persons to help them understand Medicare eligibility and benefits, Medicare supplemental insurance, and prescription drug coverage. B) Senior Center Information: For those 60+, a center offers meals, social activities, and a range of activities and wellness programming. D) Transportation Assistance: Rabbittransit has developed a shared ride program for those 60+ for specific programs and those 65+ for other transportation needs. For more information please call. E) Tax Assistance Program: This free service can address tax issues for most middle to low-income taxpayers age 60 and over.

Enforcement of State Game Laws

Promotes natural resource stewardship and provides scholarships for graduating seniors who will be focusing on natural resources or conservation in continuing their education

Offers financial assistance to pay off past due bills and pay for plumbing repairs and modifications to help decrease water usage. Provides in-home water conservation education to help promote good habits, lower usage, and decrease water bills for the long term.

Manages the Air Quality Program, oversees Water Supply Management, and ensures Water Quality and Management.

Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage. Energy education services are also provided.

Works in partnership with landowners to preserve farmlands for future generations by placing a conservation easement on property. Customizes each easement to the particular needs and future plans of each individual farm family. Also offers the Smart Farms program: an agriculturally and environmentally conscious program that assists local producers in managing sustainable operations.

Offers funding to complete energy audits, provide renewable energy development assistance, make energy efficiency improvements, and install renewable energy systems.

Enforcement of State Game Laws

Enforcement of State Game Laws

Works to to stabilize stream banks, restore riparian buffers along our streams, clean sinkholes, control invasive plant species, restore fisheries, monitor water quality, encourage better management practices for stormwater and land use, and educate their communities of environmental protection.

Some earthmoving projects may require a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit for stormwater discharges from construction activities. This permit is required for all disturbances involving one (1) acre or more of disturbance over the life of the project.

A nature preserve offering educational programs, as well as outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, mountain biking, nature watching, picnicking, fishing and hunting.

Provides flood protection, reservoir water supplies, water science, and information and planning to the citizens of Chester County in an effort to sustain the natural quality, quantity, and biodiversity of the County's water resources. Programs include flood protection, storm and water quality improvement, sustainable water resources management, and water information and outreach. This service does not supply water.

Provides home air sealing and insulating contractors, heating technicians, and solar installers across Pennsylvania.

Provides education programs in areas such as agriculture, farming, food preservation, nutrition, and the natural gas industry and exploration.

Offers a wildlife habitat, education, and sites for wildlife research.

Offers 1,000 plus acre preserve containing a 150-acre wetland and a relict boreal bog. The Nature Conservancy manages the preserve with the volunteer assistance of a local Stewardship Committee and the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. The North Wood Trail and the Fern ridge Trail in the upland woods are open to the public for self-guided walks. Because of its fragile nature, the bog can only be visited during regularly scheduled walks conducted by the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. Please note that pets are not allowed on bog trails.

Provides maintenance and preservation of state parks and manages state forest land.

Serves to preserve Lancaster County natural lands for recreational and educational use. Provides active programs to support preserve site visits by school students, and offers opportunities for membership and volunteers.