ATSDR is a federal public health agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and serves to protect communities from harmful health effects related to exposure to natural and man-made hazardous substances.

Promotes agriculture production and preserves the Nation's natural resources through conservation, restored forests, improved watersheds, and healthy private working lands.

The mission of the Energy Department is to ensure America’s security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

The Environmental Protection Agency protects people and the environment from significant health risks, sponsors and conducts research, and develops and enforces environmental regulations.

Working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

Works to To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future.

The USGS provides science about natural hazards, natural resources, ecosystems and environmental health, and the effects of climate and land-use change.

Agency works to understand and predict changes in climate, weather, ocean, and coasts, to share that knowledge and information with others, and to conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources.

Provides weather, water, and climate data, forecasts and warnings for the protection of life and property and enhancement of the national economy.

Contains links to organizations and research centers nationwide - click on "States and Regions" or "Centers" on the left side of the page.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources.

NC state government agency created to conserve and sustain North Carolina's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use, and public input.

Oversees the state’s resources for the arts, history, libraries and nature. Home to the state’s science museums, aquariums and Jennette's Pier, 39 state parks and recreation areas, the N.C. Zoo, State Preservation Office, and the Office of Land and Water Stewardship.

The Division of Environmental Health carries out functions mandated by state and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances.

The goals of the Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection and the Environmental Assistance and Protection Board are to protect public health and the environment of Forsyth County by minimizing the impacts of environmental contaminants, educating the public about pollution prevention and promoting conservation of natural resources in the community.

Assists the property owners in Forsyth County with conserving their soil, water, and other natural resources.