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Center for Community Action - West Penn Power WARM

Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage. Energy education services are also provided. For West Penn Power and Penelec customers only.

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Conservation

Community Partnerships RC and D - Environmental and Culture

Conducts regional environmental and cultural programs in Pennsylvania. Works closely with farmers, artists, and community stakeholders to complete a wide range of programming.

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Conservation

Northeastern Pennsylvania Alliance - Energy Resource Center

Services include: -Provides technical assistance as requested including, but not limited to, project development, review and scoping, financing/incentive identification, professional services referrals, partner referrals, etc. -Provides energy workshops, seminars and trainings to highlight best practices and case studies. -Conducts energy/lighting assessments that include comprehensive utility bill analyses (UBA), benchmarking and thermal imagery. -Procuring the services of private sector energy service providers including Energy Service Companies (ESCOs). -Provides funding development and grant writing assistance.

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Conservation

Antietam Watershed Association - Environmental Beautification Group

Promotes conservation of the natural resources of the Antietam Creek Watershed by involving the community in watershed protection through conservation projects, land use planning, and educational programs.

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Conservation
Volunteer Opportunities

Lehigh Gap Nature Center - Education, Research, and Outdoor Recreation

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

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Conservation
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction

Trexler Nature Preserve - Trexler Nature Preserve

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

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Public Parks
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Conservation

United States Department of Agriculture - Energy Assistance

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

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Weatherization Programs
Conservation

Penn State Cooperative Extension - South Central - Agriculture/Water Quality

Provides instruction and assistance in gardening, lawn and tree care, orchard and crop farming, pest and rodent control, water quality and conservation, and farm recordkeeping. Also offers pesticide safety classes.

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Conservation
Water Quality Assurance

Property and Taxes Office, York County Government - Conservation District

The York County Conservation District will be proactive providing conservation education, technical services and financial assistance, to enable the citizens of York County be good stewards of our natural resources. Coordinate soil & water resource management within York County. Farm conservation planning. Erosion control plan review and national pollution discharge elimination system (NPDES) permits Environmental education. Nutrient management (farm) planning. Clearinghouse for questions concerning the environment. Dirt and gravel road improvement program Watershed conservation Annual spring seedling sale York County Envirothon program Sponsors annual scholarship ($500) to a county resident matriculating at a 4-year institution, majoring in natural resources or agriculture. Tree vitalize grant program-municipal tree planting projects Flood plain monitoring assistance to municipalities.

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Environmental Beautification
Conservation
Hazardous Materials Control

Clinton County Government - Farmland Preservation

Protects viable agricultural lands by acquiring agricultural conservation easements which prevent the development or improvement of the land for any purpose other than agricultural production. The program encourages landowners to make a long-term commitment to agriculture by offering them financial incentives and security of land use. It protects normal farming operations from incompatible non-farming uses and from complaints of public nuisance against normal farming operations. Conservation casements in Clinton County protect the agricultural economy and provide compensation to landowners in exchange for their relinquishment of the right to develop their private property. Farmers are paid the difference between the agricultural value and the nonagricultural value of their land. This technique helps farmers who are feeling the pressures of development to sell what can be called, "development rights" and still continue to farm. If that is done, then the owner of the easement, the county and/or state, has t

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Conservation

Juniata County Conservation District - Conservation District

Offers assistance with Juniata County landowners for environmental programs with agricultural nutrient management, agricultural control implementation, erosion and sediment control, stream health, and native plantings. Administers the Juniata County Farmland Preservation Program and Juniata County Recycling Coordinator Program on behalf of the Juniata County commissioners. Offers environmental education programming for educational institutions within Juniata County.

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Conservation

Monroe County Conservation District - Nature Area

Located in Delaware State Forest north of Marshalls Creek, Meesing is a satellite site of KCEEC and is owned by the PA Bureau of Forestry. KCEEC conducts outdoor school programs at Meesing as well as its annual maple sugaring programs held in February and March. Limited hiking trails are available.

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Nature Centers/Walks
Special Events
Conservation

Schuylkill Conservation District - Environmental Protection

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.

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Nature Centers/Walks
Conservation
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction

Clinton County Government - Agricultural Assistance / Nutrient Management

Assist with conservation plans and nutrient management plans, such as manure management.

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Conservation

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Environmental Protection Services at South-central Regional Office

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

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Environmental Hazards Reporting
Conservation

Izaak Walton League of America, York Chapter #67 - Environmental Protection

Offers environmental protection services and programs designed to protect, preserve, and enhance the natural environment for the health of both ecosystems and humans.

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Conservation
Hunting Safety Education

Foundation for Sustainable Forests - Forest Land Conservation

Protects forested ecosystems, supports rural communities through working forests, raises awareness of the importance of conserving intact forested ecosystems, and highlights sustainable forestry practices for the benefit of the land.

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Environmental Issues
Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education
Environmental Beautification
Outreach Programs
Conservation

Pennsylvania Game Commission Headquarters - PA Game Commission Office

Enforcement of State Game Laws

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Fish and Game Violations Reporting
Hunting Licenses
Law Enforcement Agencies
Hunting Safety Education
Conservation
Wildlife Safety Education

Pennsylvania Game Commission Headquarters - PA Game Commission Office

Enforcement of State Game Laws

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Fish and Game Violations Reporting
Hunting Licenses
Conservation
Law Enforcement Agencies
Wildlife Safety Education
Hunting Safety Education

Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center - Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center

Offers a variety of programs that focus on environmental education and youth civic engagement.

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Conservation
Youth Enrichment Programs

Chester County Water Resources Authority - Water Conservation

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.

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Flood/Siltation Control
County Government Departments/Offices
Conservation

Clinton County Government - General Permits Assistance/Complaints

Handle requests for general permits, such as those for stream crossings, and any permit-related complaints. General Permits are required for projects that meet the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permit criteria but do not fall under the Individual Permit guidelines.

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Conservation
Aquatic Farming Permits

United States Department of Agriculture - Energy Program

Provides assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to complete a variety of projects, including renewable energy systems, energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy development, energy audits, and feasibility studies.

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Conservation
Weatherization Programs

Monroe County Conservation District - Wildlife Sanctuary

Provides an 166 acre preserve and arena for outdoor programs. Preserve includes an old field, mature deciduous forest, evergreen stands, and two ponds. Over 2 1/2 miles of maintained and well marked trails are open for public use year-round, 7 days a week.

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Recreational Trails
Nature Centers/Walks
Conservation

Berks Nature - The Nature Place

Nature center free for an educational experience in nature Their educational lobby offers hands-on activities, a live honeybee observation hive, a store, a critter hunt, and much more.

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Conservation
Community Gardening
Preschools