The Latest from ICL
New Assessment Released by the McClure Center Highlights Climate Change Challenges and Opportunities for Idaho’s Economy
"The impact of climate change in Idaho will present challenges and opportunities to all sectors of our economy – from agriculture to recreation and tourism, energy, human health, infrastructure and land – according to a series of reports prepared by Idaho researchers."
Unrestricted trapping season on River Otters?
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is proposing to remove river otter trapping restrictions on the main stems of the Middle Fork of the Clearwater River, Snake River, and Main Salmon River in the Clearwater Region.
Hagerman Wildlife Management Area: A birdwatcher’s paradise
Hidden within the Hagerman Valley lies a protected ecosystem fed by springs from the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer, providing habitat and life for birds, deer, and furbearers.
Legislative Update - Finally sine die, redistricting and candidates
The 2021 Idaho Legislature finally came to a close on November 17 after 311 days, shattering the previous record of 118 days.
Empire Mine proposal near Mackay raises local concerns
There is currently a proposed open-pit copper heap leach mine in the hills near Mackay.
Infrastructure Bill: What's in it for Idaho?
On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a $1.2 trillion measure characterized as the largest long-term investment in infrastructure in a century.
The moment for methane
At the 2021 COP26 summit, many world leaders, including President Biden, pledged to reduce global methane emissions by at least 30% below 2020 levels by 2030. In response to the pledge, the Biden Administration released a comprehensive plan for reducing U.S. methane emissions.
Searching for Sockeye
Last week, ICL staff got a rare opportunity to join Shoshone-Bannock Tribal fish biologists for their annual redd counts at Pettit Lake.