Data

The Energy Zones Mapping Tool currently includes the 408 Geographic Information System (GIS) data layers listed below. Over time, data layers will be added, updated, and removed. The GIS layers are compiled from a variety of sources for the purpose of screening-level analysis, and each has a limit to the scale, currency, and accuracy of the data.

Click any column header to sort on that column. Click the sign to view a short description of the data layer. Click on the metadata link in the table below to access metadata for each layer, and to learn more about the data quality and source. We make no warranty or representation, express or implied, as to the use, accuracy, or interpretation of the data accessible at this site.

	Thumbnail	Title	Category	Data Source	Resource
		Biologically Unique Landscape (NE)	Land Status	NE Game and Parks Commission
		Abstract: This metadata record describes a shapefile depicting Nebraska's Biologically Unique Landscapes (BULs) and one Migratory Bird Landscapes (MBL) as identified in conjunction with the development of a comprehensive wildlife conservation plan (Schneider et al 2005, aka the Natural Legacy Plan, and its subsequent revision in 2010/2011) for the state. Metadata File Publication Date: February 2011 - Data last updated: 2011-09-21
		Conservation Focus Area (NH)	Land Status	The Nature Conservancy
		Abstract: Displays the most important areas for protecting significant natural resources within New Hampshire's Coastal Watersheds. Metadata File Publication Date: August 2006 - Data last updated: 2011-09-21
	No Image	Protected Lands	Land Status	Argonne National Laboratory; et al.
		Abstract: A composite of the Protected Areas Database (PAD-US Version 1.2), the National Conservation Easement Database, and additional national and state-level datasets indicating areas with some level of management or legal protection or areas containing high quality natural resources. Categorized as “Develop with Caution” (Yellow), “Develop with Extreme Caution” (Orange), and “Exclude from Development” (Red). For more information, see “Draft Categorization Document for Protected Lands and Habitat Screening Layers” in the Documents section of this web site. Metadata File Publication Date: June 2015 - Data last updated: 2015-06-26
		Natural Services Network (NH)	Land Status	NH Department of Transportation
		Abstract: The New Hampshire Natural Services Network (NSN)identifies lands that provide important ecological services and that are difficult and/or expensive to replicate. Metadata File Publication Date: May 2007 - Data last updated: 2011-09-21
		Solar Energy Zones	Land Status	Argonne National Laboratory
		Abstract: This dataset represents Solar Energy Zones available for utility-grade solar energy development under the Bureau of Land Management's Solar Energy Program Western Solar Plan. For details and definitions, see the website at http://blmsolar.anl.gov/sez/. Metadata File Publication Date: July 2022 - Data last updated: 2022-07-19
		Western Renewable Energy Zone (WREZ)	Land Status	Western Governor's Association and DOE
		Abstract: Depicts hubs of regional renewable resource potential in the Western Interconnection, identified for purposes of evaluating interstate transmission lines in future phases of the WREZ initiative. Metadata File Publication Date: June 2006 - Data last updated: 2016-12-22
		Section 368 Energy Corridor	Land Status	Argonne National Laboratory; et al.
		Abstract: Depicts Energy Policy Act of 2005, Section 368 energy corridor areas that were designated on federal lands in the Western 11 states. Some corridor areas have notes in the Sec368Status field about special issues in designation that were still being analyzed when this layer was updated (July 26, 2018). Metadata File Publication Date: July 2018 - Data last updated: 2019-01-29
		Roadless Area - Forest Service	Land Status	Forest Service
		Abstract: Depicts National Forest Inventoried Roadless Areas. Metadata File Publication Date: December 2014 - Data last updated: 2019-01-30
		National Scenic Trail	Land Status	National Park Service
		Abstract: National Scenic Trails in the United States. The data used to create this map is a representation of the trails and in many cases an approximation and may not represent the exact location of the trails. National Scenic Trials shown represent physical hiking trails, however many sections may still be in the design or planning stage and not yet complete. Always consult the official source for the most up-to-date information. Metadata File Publication Date: April 2019 - Data last updated: 2019-09-19
		Farmland Productivity, Versatility, and Resiliency	Land Status	Conservation Science Partners/American Farmland Trust
		Abstract: This layer shows PVR values on agricultural land. The PVR index is the first-ever assessment of agricultural land quality that explicitly accounts for productivity, versatility, and resiliency. Higher PVR values indicate higher suitability for long-term, intensive crop production, especially for food crops such as fruits, nuts, vegetables, and staple grains. Metadata File Publication Date: January 2016 - Data last updated: 2020-12-08
		Wind Turbine - Permit Locations	Land Status	Fish and Wildlife Service
		Abstract: Provides basic information on the status and location of wind turbines and met towers throughout the US based on available FAA data. Metadata File Publication Date: August 2016 - Data last updated: 2020-10-30
		Active Offshore Oil and Gas Leases	Land Status	Bureau of Ocean Energy Mangement
		Abstract: Portion of Outer Continental Shelf Lease Blocks which are currently leased out to private entities for oil and/or gas mining rights. Metadata File Publication Date: March 2020 - Data last updated: 2020-03-27
		Onshore Oil and Natural Gas Wells	Land Status	Oak Ridge National Laboratory
		Abstract: This feature class/shapefile contains Oil and Natural Gas Wells for the Homeland Infrastructure Foundation-Level (HIFLD) Database (https://gii.dhs.gov/HIFLD) as well as the Energy modeling and simulation community. Metadata File Publication Date: September 2019 - Data last updated: 2020-10-21
		National Trail	Land Status	Argonne National Laboratory; et al.
		Abstract: Depicts National Scenic and Historic Trails. The data have been collected from the National Park Service, United States Forest Service, Universities, and Private Organizations that oversee various trails. Metadata File Publication Date: November 2017 - Data last updated: 2019-01-30
		Specially Designated Area - Fish and Wildlife Service	Land Status	Fish and Wildlife Service
		Abstract: Depicts Specially Designated Areas administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, including National Monuments. Metadata File Publication Date: December 2023 - Data last updated: 2024-01-26