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The U.S. Department of the Interior protects America’s natural resources and heritage, honors our cultures and tribal communities, and supplies the energy to power our future.
Latest Happenings
Media Advisory: Salazar to Wrap-Up Skills & Innovation Week with Google+ Hangout with 8th Grade Science Class
WED, FEBRUARY 8, 2012, 04:09 PM ESTSecretary Salazar and USGS Director Dr. Marcia McNutt will host the Department’s inaugural Google+ Hangout with an 8th grade science class from Miles @ Cranwood School in Cleveland, Ohio. Read More >
Salazar Announces $50 Million in Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects in Western United States
WED, FEBRUARY 8, 2012, 12:00 PM ESTSecretary Salazar announced $50 million in funding for water infrastructure projects in the West – including $30 million in funding for rural water construction projects. Read More >
Deputy Secretary Hayes Outlines Administration’s Commitment to Science-Based Decision-Making in the Arctic
TUE, FEBRUARY 7, 2012, 12:15 PM ESTDeputy Secretary Hayes and Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Policy Heather Zichal outlined a series of new initiatives aimed at bringing the best available science to energy-related decisions in the Arctic. Read More >
Statement by Secretary Salazar and Director Jarvis on National Park Service Actions at McPherson Square and Freedom Plaza
MON, FEBRUARY 6, 2012, 05:30 PM ESTSecretary Salazar and NPS Director Jon Jarvis issued the following statement commending NPS and U.S. Park Police officers who have been working to ensure that demonstrations in McPherson Square and Freedom Plaza are conducted safely. Read More >
Media Advisory: This Week at Interior: Science & Social Media Events to Engage and Educate, Build Skills and Innovation
MON, FEBRUARY 6, 2012, 04:30 PM ESTAs part of President Obama’s blueprint for an economy built to last, Secretary Salazar and senior Interior officials this week will highlight the vital role science plays in informing key policy decisions across the Department. Read More >