Land Ownership
What type of land is managed by tribes?
Tribal and individual ownership on and off reservations.
What law was passed in 1970 to improve air quality?
The Clean Air Act.
What generates over two-thirds of Washington’s electricity?
Hydroelectric power.
What is one endangered species in Washington?
Resident orcas.
What does citizen advocacy aim to protect?
Air, water, and wildlife.
How many acres does Washington State own?
About 6.5 million acres.
What does Washington’s Dept. of Ecology do?
Enforces environmental laws, monitors air quality.
What problem do dams cause for fish?
Block salmon migration routes.
What invasive plant nearly blocked a river?
Brazilian elodea.
Why is funding for natural programs often cut?
Competing priorities like schools and roads.
What does the federal government use its 13 million acres for?
Parks, military bases, recreation, and conservation.
Name two sources of air pollution in Washington.
Wildfires and vehicle emissions.
What is “use it or lose it”?
A rule for state water rights.
What do pygmy rabbits eat?
Sagebrush.
What role do scientists play in advocacy?
Provide data to support environmental funding.
Why do some people want federal land privatized?
To increase jobs and tax revenue.
Why is summer haze becoming more common?
Climate change increases wildfires.
What are exempt wells?
Household wells not requiring a permit.
What program reintroduces endangered animals?
Oregon Zoo captive breeding program.
What happens when resources are limited?
Leaders must choose between priorities.
What is a controversial use of local government land?
Infrastructure like streets, utilities, and public buildings.
What power plant is switching from coal to gas?
Centralia power plant.
Which river had dams removed to restore fish?
The Elwha River.
What is a recent cause of increased urban rats?
Milder winters due to climate change.
What is the role of citizen groups like the Nisqually Delta Association?
Lobbying for laws and habitat protection.