COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife recently announced a new environmental review planning tool on the DataOhio Portal that highlights at-risk wildlife species in project areas.
The Pre-Planning Environmental Assessment Tool on DataOhio is now available to the public. An interactive Ohio map allows users to delineate a project’s footprint and determine what species may be impacted. The tool provides information on what habitats are essential to at-risk species and how to avoid or minimize impacts to those species in a given area or at certain times of year.
The InnovateOhio Platforms’ DataOhio Portal illustrates the State of Ohio’s commitment to becoming more customer-centric and data-driven, ultimately allowing state agencies, programs, and entities to better serve Ohioans. Users can access the new environmental review tool under “Featured Datasets” or by filtering the Data Catalog by “Agency > Department of Natural Resources” at data.ohio.gov.
The mission of the Division of Wildlife is to conserve and improve fish and wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainable use and appreciation by all. Visit wildohio.gov to find out more.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.