News Highlights

A new USGS study evaluates the occurrence of 23 trace elements and radon in groundwater samples from over 5,000 wells collected nationwide from 1992-2003. The report presents trace element occurrence, describes factors that influence the spatial distribution of trace elements, and compares concentrations to human-health benchmarks. A news release and the full report can be accessed online at http://water.usgs.gov/nawqa/trace/pubs/sir2011-5059/index.html

Know a great supporter of conservation who deserves national recognition? NACD is now taking nominations for awards! This year’s deadline is Sept. 30. Click here for more information.

GWPC Announces Interregional Source Water Roundtable as part of 2011 Annual Forum on September 28th in Atlanta, GA. The forum will showcase the success of the SWC, regional collaboratives, and state program efforts to foster support for future regional collaborations.

New Funding Opportunity for Forest and Water Climate Adaptation Planning is Available. Application Deadline: 9/19/11. Six rural communities will be provided $10,000 scholarships. The Model Forest Policy Program is now accepting applications for 2012 Climate Solutions University: Forest and Water Strategies.