This page contains news, events and educational links for the divisions and offices within the Department for Natural Resources. It also contains a link to the Cabinet publications database, job openings and Land, Air and Water magazine.
The Kentucky Department for Natural Resources (DNR) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining (OSM) held an Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative (ARRI) Arbor Day celebration sponsored by the International Coal Group (ICG) at their Tip Top Mine in Perry County, Kentucky.
Students from W.B Muncy and Robinson Elementary Schools planted American Chestnut and oak seedlings with the help of reforestation experts. The students learned about the critical role of reforestation and the future reclamation plans for the site from the following speakers:
Photographs of the event can be viewed
here.
News and Events from Forestry
Contains press releases from the Kentucky Division of Forestry and information on obtaining copies of reports and conference proceedings.
ENVIROTHON
Envirothon is a competitive, problem-solving, natural resources experience for students in grades 9 through 12. The event is competitive, but education is the bottom line. The students are trained in the ways that real life environmental problems are solved, with the support of natural resource professionals. The students work in teams of five to solve environmental problems. These teams are tested on their knowledge of Kentucky’s natural resources at five “in the field” test stations. Each station covers a separate topic addressing soils, forestry, wildlife, aquatics, and a current environmental issue. Through hands-on experiments, analysis, and use of critical thinking skills, the teams answer a set of questions at each station.
AML News and Events
Contains news and information about AML.
AML Waterline and Reclamation Projects
Groundwater contamination studies funded by the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) found pre-1982 mining had impacted much of the groundwater in areas of Eastern Kentucky.
Grants totalling $6.1 million have been recently awarded to Knott, Perry, Owlsey, Jackson, Carter, Elliott, Lawrence and Letcher Counties in an effort to provide safe drinking water to these areas. The funds will be used to construct 47 miles of water main and install meters at 586 homes.
Since Jan. 1, 2004, AML funding has resulted in the construction of 236 miles of waterlines, which serve 3,407 residences at a cost of approximately $21 million.
AML awarded an additional $1.9 million to reclaim an abandoned mine in Henderson County. Another $1.5 million will reclaim four landslides, close a mine opening and construct walls to prevent erosion in Knott and Letcher Counties.
Division of Mine Reclamation & Enforcement Statistics
Contains monthly statistics for the Division of Mine Reclamation & Enforcement which include mine inspection totals, performance standards cited, inspectable permit totals, bond release statistics and non-coal permit totals.
Arbor Day Celebration in Martin County - May 8, 2007
Arbor Day Celebration in Pike County - May 11, 2006
Technical Information Library
Contains information regarding Mine Licensing, Explosives & Blasting, and the Mine Mapping Center.
Safety Issues and Investigations
Contains reports documenting accidents and awareness bulletins.
Kentucky Sets Record for Mine Safety
Two mine fatalities reported in 2007 are lowest in history.
Division of Mine Permits Statistics
Contains monthly permitting statistics and provides information that represents a "snapshot picture of time" of Divisional activity.
The Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund was established to provide funds for: natural areas; areas important to migratory birds; areas that perform important natural functions subject to alteration or loss; and areas to be preserved in their natural state for public use, outdoor recreation and education. Revenue for the fund comes from the state portion of the unmined mineral tax, environmental fines, and the Nature License Plate.
Land, Air & Water Magazine--a quarterly publication focused on the Cabinet's work to preserve and protect Kentucky's land, air and water resources.
EEC Job Openings--information on jobs available throughout the Cabinet.
Publications Database--a searchable database for publications, including newsletters, produced by Cabinet agencies.
Oil & Gas Technical Library--Contains copies of Well Spud Reports, Permit Lists, Monthly Transfer Lists and Production reports maintained by the Division of Oil and Gas Resources.
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http://www.courier-journal.com/education/soil2002.htmlIt took Mother Nature thousands of years to make soil, but you can find out all about it by reading the online publication on Kentucky's Soil. The site also contains links to several other links with additional information about soil conservation and related information.
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http://www.eec.ky.gov/educationoutreach/The Energy and Environment Cabinet provides education and training to all segments of Kentucky's population. Most of the cabinet's educational efforts are focused on providing information to specific groups in order to help them comply with cabinet regulations or mandates.
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http://www.firewise.org/Becoming Firewise is a process. Being Firewise is not difficult, but requires commitment. A Firewise person pays attention to those details in his/her environment that might start or encourage the spread of a wildfire. You can learn about how to do that on the Firewise Home Page.
