DeVry North Brunswick Library
630 U.S. Highway One, North Brunswick, NJ 08902
732-435-4880 ext.3840
On this page you will find:
Maps (G)
Environmental Science (GE)
Please note: all links on this page will open in a new window.
Geography (G)
Maps (G)
Geography Network
An extensive collection of maps from a variety of publishers. Includes
street maps, satellite images, and weather maps.
MapsOnUs
Map out a specific route or find out where a place is. Allows you to
determine what size and scale map you want to view.
National Atlas
An interactive map service designed by the U.S. Geological survey.
You can design and explore different features in the U.S. by choosing what
you want displayed on the map (ex.: airports, rivers). Most features need
to be downloaded to the computer you are using.
TerraServer
View an aerial shot of a place you specify. You can find your home
area and zoom in for a close up view.
Environmental Science (GE)
Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)
The official website of the United States Environmental Protection Agency. This site presents information from the EPA Newsroom, the user can Browse EPA Topics, review Laws & Regulations, issues Where You Live, and provides various Information and Education Sources. The site provides information about EPA Programs, Business Opportunities, and Jobs.
Federal Communications Commission(FCC)
The FCC is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions.
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Includes links at all aspects of the Fish and Wildlife Service including
a budget, history, and a way to search the site.
George Washington University's International Environmental Resources by Country
This web project created by George Washington University and the EPA,
links to Environmental Resource sites around the world. They also have
a section of US sites
by subject.
Geotimes Magazine
Newsmagazine of the Earth Sciences. This site provides an abundance of information
pertaining to the Earth Sciences. It contains feature articles, news and views, and various departments. Geotimes is published by the American Geological Institute.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
The official website of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. This site provides content areas for students, educators, and media/press, and includes news/features, events, multimedia, and missions.
National Oceanographic Atmospheric Association (NOAA)
NOAA's mission is to describe and predict changes in the Earth's environment, and conserve and wisely manage the Nation's coastal and marine resources. NOAA's strategy consists of seven interrelated Strategic Goals for environmental assessment, prediction and stewardship, which are presented on this site.
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
On America's first official "Earth Day" — April 22 — 1970, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was born. New Jersey became the third state in the country to consolidate its past programs into a unified major agency to administer aggressive environmental protection and conservation efforts. Former Governor William T. Cahill appointed Richard J. Sullivan as the first commissioner. Since that day, NJDEP began a role to manage natural resources and solve pollution problems. In what started with about 1,400 employees in five divisions, NJDEP now has a staff of approximately 3,400 and is a leader in the country for its pollution prevention efforts and innovative environmental management strategies.
Soil Science Society of America(SSSA)
The SSSA is the professional home for over 5,700 professionals throughout the world dedicated to the advancement of soil science. The primary purpose of the Society is to advance the discipline and practice of soil science by acquiring and disseminating information about soils in relation to crop production, environmental quality, ecosystem sustainability, bioremediation, waste management and recycling, and wise land use.
Sustaining the Earth: Interactive Website
The site provides the following subsections for student interactivity: Critical Thinking, Flashcards, Further Reading, Glossary, Hypercontent, Infotrac Exercises, and Tutorial Quizzes. On the Book Level, the site provides Further Reading, Publications, Tactics, and ecoUpdates.
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Last updated: February 21, 2003.
