Water management refers to the study, planning, development, and distribution of water resources in an efficient manner, utilizing defined water policies.
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The Bureau of Reclamation is an American government agency that managers water in the Western United States, as well as hydroelectricity. The website also has an extensive research library that covers subjects such as engineering geology, federal abbreviations and so forth.
http://www.usbr.gov/
A site providing information on composting toilets. General information, manufactured systems, suppliers, owner built systems, certifications, consultants, publications and more is covered.
http://www.compostingtoilet.org/
Maintained by the Hydropower Reform Coalition, the purpose of this site is to explain how dams block and change rivers, showing how a badly managed dam can be identified, and to present ways in which dams can be improved, and rivers restored.
http://www.dameffects.org/
The Fluoride Action Network is a political organization that seeks to raise awareness about the use of fluoride in water. The website also explains where people can be exposed to this substance and how they can take action to avoid its negative effects. You can also donate money to the network here.
http://www.fluoridealert.org
Presented by National Geographic, this interactive site allows visitors to investigate the reasons why, and how, people build dams, exploring the benefits as well as the negative impacts that a dam might have on a community. Classroom ideas, family activities, a discussion forum, and other resources are available.
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/resources/ngo/education/geoguide/dams/
Land Use and Water Resources Research
The Land Use and Water Resources Research journal is a web-based journal that publishes articles on a variety of issues such as climate change and sustainable development. The journal's content is free to anybody who wants to read it. Recent articles have covered subjects such as hydrology and geoinformatics.
http://www.luwrr.com
Company is a premier supplier of water and wastewater equipment, parts and services. Located in Holland Michigan, they strive to provide smart, quality solutions for all of water needs.
http://mwwatermark.com
National Marine Fisheries Service
The National Marine Fisheries Service is a government service dedicated to studying and preserving fisheries resources in America. The website has dedicated features on recreational fisheries, aquaculture, seafood and health. There is also information on the regulations that control fisheries.
http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/
The Nisqually River Management Program is an environmental project that seeks to monitor and control this river in Washington State. The website explains how the river has an impact on salmon and the program's stewardship plan. You can also find out how to get involved in the program here.
http://www.nisquallyriver.org/
State Water Resources Control Board
The State Water Resources Control Board is an agency of the California government that protects the quality of this state's water. You can use this website to access government data on water quality, get water related permits and learn about water rights. You can also submit an environmental complaint here.
http://www.swrcb.ca.gov
The Fluoride Action Network is a political organization that seeks to raise awareness about the use of fluoride in water. The Network makes it easy to contact your Congressional representative and express your views about the use of fluoride. You can also find a list of reasons for why you should oppose fluoridation.
http://www.fluorideaction.org/
This water website has one hundred tips to help you reduce your water usage. The website has tailored tips for each of the major regions of the United States. You can also find out how to conduct a home water audit which will help you reduce your water consumption.
http://www.wateruseitwisely.com/100ways/
