Environmental Studies: Governmental
Guide to research and library resources related to Environmental Studies
Federal Government
Agencies and Departments relevant to the study of the Environment
Counting Fish on the Salmon River by the Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington Used under CC by NC.
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U. S. Department of AgricultureNational Resources Conservation Service
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U.S. Fish and WildlifeLocate National Wildlife refuges, including those in Oregon
2025 update about federal government websites
*** Some federal government websites have experienced the removal of content by the Trump administration, including information about climate, environment, gender, diversity, gun violence and healthcare. Researchers are always advised to verify information by checking multiple sources. Contact a librarian for assistance evaluating content found on government or other websites and locating archived data.
Find archived federal government information about the environment:
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Environment & Climate DataFrom University of Minnesota Libraries
State and Local Agencies
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Metro Socioeconomic and Land Data setsTables, and maps, formerly available in the Metro Regional Data Book
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Oregon Climate Research InstituteThe state repository for weather and climate information. Affiliated with Oregon State University
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Oregon Department of Administrative Services: Sustainability ProgramCommunicates developments in Oregon state government and connects you with local agencies, organizations and businesses taking leadership roles in sustainable development.
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Oregon Sea GrantSponsored by Oregon State University, part of the NOAA Sea Grant College Programs. Reporting on environmental research along the Oregon Coast