A Guide to Groundwater Guardian

EE Program/Resource Details

Provided by:   The Groundwater Foundation    

Description:  The .Groundwater Guardian. is a program designed to raise awareness of groundwater issues and assist communities in forming plans to protect groundwater. This community guide introduces the program and provides concrete and specific instructions to those wishing to participate. Planning is geared towards five types of results-oriented projects; public awareness, conservation, pollution prevention, public policy, and best management practices. Projects vary in length from one to several years. Chapters address the nature of the program, how to plan for projects, how to implement action plans, and how to apply for designation as a Groundwater Guardian community. Parallel chapters address the development of Groundwater Guardian Affiliates, which are entities that promote groundwater awareness and assist communities in their efforts. Appendices include application and planning forms, glossary of groundwater terms, and examples of the five different types of activities.

Web Address:  http://www.groundwater.org

Program/Resource Type:  Publication

Audience Served:  General Public

Cost:  No Charge

EE Focus:  Legislation, Natural Resources/Res. Mgmt., Pollution Prevention

Academic Focus:  History/Social Sciences, Science

Counties Served:  Statewide