Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

DEEP Strategic Goals

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Connecticut’s legacy of leadership in natural resource conservation, environmental protection, and clean energy development provides a high quality of life for residents and a strategic advantage for our state’s economic future.  At DEEP, we are building on that legacy to further strengthen Connecticut’s economic advantages in abundant natural resources, first-class outdoor recreation opportunities, a healthy environment, and a growing clean energy economy. How are we doing this? 

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Goal 1
We are actively addressing climate change by advancing emission reduction strategies that support an affordable, reliable, and clean energy economy, and integrating science-based adaptation and resilience planning into our stewardship of natural resources, state and utility infrastructure and operations, and our efforts to protect public health and safety.

 

 

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We are safeguarding, enhancing, and promoting Connecticut’s environment and natural resources in order to support our quality of life, stewardship responsibilities, and long-term economic competitiveness.

 

 

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We are promoting environmental and energy justice by applying equity, diversity, and inclusion lenses to policy development, program implementation, and workforce development.

 

  

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Goal 4

We are prioritizing efficiency, transparency, and predictability in the ways we carry out our regulatory responsibilities.

 

 

 

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We are investing in our staff and championing innovation to continue delivering on our mission during a time of significant anticipated staff attrition.