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Anti-Idling - Casey’s Clean Air Week
Connecticut continues its effort to reduce unnecessary idling and increase awareness of the adverse effects of idling on public health and the environment. Children are particulary vulnerable to diesel exhaust emissions and Connecticut has focused on reducing diesel school bus emissions at schools. Learn more about anti-idling efforts at Connecticut schools.
Mobile sources in Connecticut typically burn gasoline or diesel fuel, but new vehicle technologies allow vehicles to operate with zero or low emissions by utilizing electricity or renewable fuels to power the vehicle. Learn more about Fuels in CT!
The LEV program requires that all new vehicles sold in Connecticut meet strict California emission standards.
Connecticut's Electronic Recycling Law
In July of 2007, the State of Connecticut was one of the first in a growing list of states that adopted an Electronics Recycling Law concerning the recycling of household electronic waste (e-waste).
Air Quality Summary and Trends
Air Quality Summaries and Trends
Requirements for E-Waste Recyclers
Certain manufacturers of electronics are required to register with CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and pay certain fees.
20 Goals Aimed at Increasing Predictability, Efficiency, and Transparency of DEEP's Regulatory Processes to Meet in 2020
Waste Management
RCRA Corrective Action, Closure, and Stewardship
Connecticut is authorized for RCRA Closure and Corrective Action, which requires facility owners and operators to clean up properties that have treated, stored, or disposed of hazardous waste. Information regarding financial assurance, ecological risks, RCRA closure, and various guidance documents.
Litter, whether intentional or unintentional is a form of pollution resulting from improperly handled waste.
Municipal and Regional Grants and Technical Assistance
The Sustainable Materials Management program at DEEP is committed to providing technical assistance and support to municipalities and regions on reducing waste, saving money, and increasing recycling.
Residential Home Heating Oil Tanks - FAQs
Residential Underground Home Heating Oil Tanks Frequently Asked Questions