Resources Management

▸ Agencies

Bureau of Land Management (BLM), (Interior Dept.), Renewable Resources and Planning, 1849 C St. N.W., MIB 5644 20240; (202) 208-4896. Fax, (202) 208-5010 Edwin Robertson, Assistant Director.

General e-mail, woinfo@blm.gov

Web, http://www.blm.gov

Develops and implements natural resource programs for renewable resources use and protection, including management of forested land, rangeland, wild horses and burros, wildlife habitats, endangered species, soil and water quality, recreation, and cultural programs.

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Interior Dept. (DOI), 1849 C St. N.W., #6151 20240; (202) 208-7351. Fax, (202) 208-6956. Kenneth L. Salazar, Secretary; David Hayes, Deputy Secretary. Information, (202) 208-3100. Library, (202) 208-5815. Press, (202) 208-6416. Locator, (202) 208-3100.

Web, http://www.doi.gov

[Page 276]Manages most federal land through its component agencies. Responsible for conservation and development of mineral, water, and fish and wildlife resources. Operates recreation programs for federal parks, refuges, and public lands. Preserves and administers scenic and historic areas. Administers Native American lands and develops relationships with tribal governments.

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Tennessee Valley Authority, Government Affairs, Washington Office, 1 Massachusetts Ave. N.W., #300 20444; (202) 898-2999. Fax, (202) 898-2998. Justin Maierhofer, Director.

General e-mail, latootle@tva.gov

Web, http://www.tva.gov

Coordinates resource conservation, development, and land-use programs in the Tennessee River Valley. Activities include forestry and wildlife development.

▸ Nongovernmental

National Assn. of Conservation Districts (NACD), 509 Capitol Court N.E. 20002-4937; (202) 547-6223. Fax, (202) 547-6450. Krysta Harden, Chief Executive Director.

General e-mail, washington@nacdnet.org

Web, http://www.nacdnet.org

Membership: conservation districts (local subdivisions of state government). Works to promote the conservation of land, forests, and other natural resources. Interests include erosion and sediment control; water quality; forestry, water, flood plain, and range management; rural development; and urban and community conservation.

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Renewable Natural Resources Foundation, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, #220, Bethesda, MD 20814-2193; (301) 493-9101. Fax, (301) 493-6148. Robert D. Day, Executive Director.

General e-mail, info@rnrf.org

Web, http://www.rnrf.org

Consortium of professional, scientific, and education organizations working to advance scientific and public education in renewable natural resources. Encourages the application of sound scientific practices to resource management and conservation. Fosters interdisciplinary cooperation among its member organizations.

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Environment, Technology, and Regulatory Affairs, 1615 H St. N.W. 20062-2000; (202) 463-5533. Fax, (202) 887-3445. William L. Kovacs, Vice President.

General e-mail, environment@uschamber.com

Web, http://www.uschamber.com

Develops policy on all issues affecting the production, use, and conservation of natural resources, including fuel and nonfuel minerals, timber, water, public lands, on- and offshore energy, wetlands, and endangered species.

▸ Agencies

Forest Service (Agriculture Dept.), 201 14th St. S.W., #4NW 20250 (mailing address: 1400 Independence Ave. S.W., MS 1144, Washington, DC 20250-1144); (202) 205-1661. Fax, (202) 205-1765. Abigail Kimbell, Chief. Press, (202) 205-8333.

Web, http://www.fs.fed.us

Manages national forests and grasslands for outdoor recreation and sustained yield of renewable natural resources, including timber, water, forage, fish, and wildlife. Cooperates with state and private foresters; conducts forestry research.

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Forest Service (Agriculture Dept.), International Programs, 1099 14th St. N.W., #5500W 20005; (202) 273-4695. Fax, (202) 273-4750. Valdis E. Mezainis, Director.

Web, http://www.fs.fed.us/global

Responsible for the Forest Service's involvement in international forest conservation efforts. Analyzes international resource issues; promotes information exchange; provides planning and technical assistance. Interests include tropical forests and sustainable forest management.

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Forest Service (Agriculture Dept.), National Forest System, 201 14th St. S.W., #3NW 20250 (mailing address: 1400 Independence Ave. S.W., MS 1106, Washington, DC 20250-1106); (202) 205-1523. Fax, (202) 205-1758. Joel Holtrop, Deputy Chief.

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