The Latest from ICL
Carbon Offsets - A Step Toward Greener Travel?
Carbon offset has become a buzzword in recent years as travelers look for ways to reduce their carbon footprints. What are carbon offsets, how do they work, and which ones should you purchase?
A Game Changer for Wildfire Funding
The recently passed FY 2018 Omnibus Appropriations Act provides a new funding scenario for wildfires that will be a game changer for Idaho and the West.
Idaho Legislature Commemorates Wild Rivers with Bipartisan Support
Resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of river protection in Idaho and across the country.
YVC: Inching Toward the Finish Line
Until the next legislative session convenes, ICL will identify issues, develop new ideas and connect with decision makers to advance conservation in 2019. After all, it's only 291 days away!
Should the CWA Protect Against Pollution from Groundwater?
Mark Ryan provides insight on the EPA's consideration of whether the Clean Water Act should cover pollution not directly discharged into rivers and streams.
Idaho's Water and Electricity - The Story Is Changing
To celebrate World Water Day today, I decided to focus this month's Energy News on how Idaho's water story is historically intertwined with our electricity system. But the times are changing.
Second Rail Bridge on Lake Pend Oreille: More Is Not Better
"Build it and they will come." This ominous saying suggests that Idahoans need to take a closer look at BNSF's proposal to install a second rail bridge across Lake Pend Oreille.
Thursday Is World Water Day. Let's Celebrate!
Thursday, March 22 is World Water Day! This week, help ICL celebrate Idaho's water. Keep your eyes glued to your email, our website and our social media pages for opportunities to share what YOU love about Idaho's water.
YVC: The Other Shoe Dropped
We had a good run: the science standards were finally approved, the roadless commission bill sailed through, and the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act resolution was adopted without debate. So it was only a matter of time before the other shoe dropped. This week it did.