Sustainable Development Energy Center planned at Wetlands Center
The Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center at 1724 Market St will add a 6000 square foot Sustainable Development Energy Center to educate visitors on green energy using reusable materials. It will house hands on study for college students and allow local industry demos. Future plans include wood duck nesting boxes and scholarships for college students. Open weekdays 9 to 4 and Saturdays 10 to 4. call 281-420-7128 for information.
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Sustainable Development Energy Center
Wetlands Center
Gray
Goose Creek Isd
Eddie V. Gray
Market St
Baytown
Beetle Threat Prompts Pine Workshops Across Southeast Texas
Experts warn the Ips Beetle targets stressed pines though healthy trees can be affected, with infestations scattered and unpredictable. Bay Area Tree Experts report 30 to 40 calls about dying trees as rains ease and cooler weather may slow beetle activity. Texas Forest Service offers two Prevention Workshops in Tyler and Angelina counties with $10 registration, lunch included.
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Chambers County
Texas
Tyler
Anne Taxton
Bay Area
Texas Forest Service
Sustainable Energy Center to Expand Wetlands Education Facility
The Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education and Recreation Center seeks a 200-seat Sustainable Energy Center to broaden its education program. WWW will assist design and funding, showcasing green energy technology and sustainable development through classroom modules, displays, and community partnerships.
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Eddie V. Gray
Wetlands Center
WWW
Forest Stewardship Council
Mottled Duck Nesting Project Aims for Gulf Coast Habitat
The MOTTLED DUCK NESTING PROJECT plans to create spring nesting habitat by providing seasonal water and tall grass near nesting sites along the Gulf coast. It will coordinate with McFaddin Wildlife Refuge to pump seasonal water and study Habitats, while citing Huntsman Corp’s Port Neches site as a model for predator control and nesting success. The effort follows Ike’s impact on the mottled duck population and seeks to replicate proven practices across selected sites.
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WWW
McFaddin Wildlife Refuge
Huntsman Corp
Port Neches
Gulf Coast
Wetlands Nesting Box Project Seeks Partners and Students
WWW sponsors a nesting box program for wood ducks and other species with wood duck boxes as priority. College students earn scholarships or service learning credits for building and placing boxes. Partners include wildlife refuges, nature centers, and private lands. cedar fencing and lumber donations used where possible.
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WWW
Waterfowl Heritage Project Supports Gulf Coast Research
Waterfowl Heritage.com documents Gulf Coast hunting history. The center funds student research and scholarships for chosen projects to promote wetlands culture and outdoor stewardship.
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Waterfowl Heritage.com
Gulf Coast
WWW
World Wide Wetlands aims for non profit status and green energy focus
World Wide Wetlands WWW plans to form a nonprofit corporation with 601c3 tax exempt status and raise funds to support sustainable wetlands and energy through stewardship education and responsible use. It will promote knowledge of green energy and sustainable development to protect local wetlands and communities. Initial programs will include several projects with significant environmental impact and resident education.
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World Wide Wetlands
WWW
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