Find information about invasive species...
environmental regulations...
preparing for or recovering from natural disasters...
water and septic issues...
and more environmental topics, here on our site!
Environment
Our staff works to engage with the community to solve and respond to key environmental challenges, reduce and make more equitable our collective use of the Earth's resources, and inspire respect for natural systems and our reliance on them.
Flood Recovery
Floods can be devastating to a family's home and the road to recovery can be long. Find out more about resources you can use here.
Chainsaw Safety
Find resources to help you choose a chainsaw that's right for you, and guidelines for using it safely and effectively, here on our Chainsaw Safety page.
Open Burning
Open burning regulations prohibit burning across New York State with only a few exceptions. Be sure you know the law before you burn!
Water Quality
Find consumer information about drinking water, home water treatment, wells, septic systems, bottled water, and other water quality issues here.
Last updated July 18, 2016
Prepare for Emergencies
Cornell’s NY Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) pages include information on how to prepare for emergencies including natural disasters, power outages, fires, infectious diseases, radiation spills and more!
For Forest Owners
Cornell's ForestConnect provides forest owners with educational resources to help them make decisions about the management of their property.
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Earth Day Recycling Event
Today
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM -
Celebrate Service, Celebrate Yates
Sunday, April 22
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM -
8th Annual Land Use Leadership Alliance Training for a Sustainable Keuka Lake
Monday, April 30
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM -
2nd Annual Yates County Hunger Walk
Sunday, May 6
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM -
NYS Forestry Weekend
Friday, May 11
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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