Conservation of agricultural lands and the agricultural
economy, wildlife habitat, biodiversity and ecosystem
functions, are inextricably linked to the design of human
communities. The Institute for Ecological Health promotes the
conservation of rural landscapes, Smart Growth, an end to
urban-suburban sprawl, and a Land Ethic for the 21st Century.
Our Web pages provide information, solutions, IEH publications
and links to other sites.
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About IEH |
Our programs and the 21st Century Land Ethic. |
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IEH Periodical |
Our periodical Linkages explores land use, community
design and the conservation of Nature and Agriculture. You can
download back issues. |
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Smart
Growth & Sprawl |
An end to 50 years of land-consuming metropolitan sprawl
requires changes in community design that provide vibrant,
livable communities. Examine new ways to grow for a higher
quality of life. |
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Conservation Planning |
Regional-scale conservation planning for imperiled species and
natural communities is spreading across California. HCPs and
NCCPs must be based on sound science and involve stakeholders
in their development and implementation. Information and
guidance. |
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Conserving Rural Landscapes |
The future of our rural landscapes depends on the protection
of agricultural lands, maintaining the economic viability of
farming and ranching, wildlife friendly farming, and curbing
ranchette sprawl. Key issues and needs. |
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Floodplain Management |
Floodplains are critical for functioning river and stream
systems, wildlife and agriculture. But all too often,
sprawling development consumes floodplains and leaves future
residents at risk. Reform of floodplain management is
essential. |
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Regionalism |
Regional, multi-county approaches to land use and biological
conservation are key to the 21st Century Land Ethic, but run
counter to cherished local government prerogatives. |
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Sacramento
Region |
Growth, sprawl and land conservation are key issues in the
rapidly growing six county region. Current trends, issues and
solutions. |
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Linkages. |
Institute for Ecological Health
409 Jardin Place Davis,
CA 95616 USA
Email:
ieh@cal.net
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