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Connecticut Geological Survey Publications
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) Documents
Newsletters and magazines
- CT Fishin' Tips - Your source for Connecticut fishing news, pointers and tips
- Connecticut Wildlife Magazine - The official publication of the Bureau of Natural Resources
- Municipal Inland Wetland Agency Newsletter - announcements, updated guidance, and information on a variety of wetland and watercourse management issues.
- No Child Left Inside - A newsletter that provides environmental educational news, events, and activities to encourage Connecticut's families to get outdoors and reconnect with nature.
- P2 View - A Pollution Prevention newsletter; Spring/Summer 2018 was final issue.
- Sound Outlook - Addresses the water quality, coastal resources and coastal uses of Long Island Sound
- The Torrent - Floodplain management issues
- The Trillium - Information and resources for environmental educators.
- Wildlife Highlights - Your source for up-to-date information on Connecticut's wildlife.
- Connecticut Wildlife Action Plan Partner Network Newsletter - Receive quarterly updates on the implementation of Connecticut's Wildlife Action Plan.
- Hunter Highlights - A free, quarterly electronic newsletter for anyone interested in hunting, trapping, and the outdoors in Connecticut.
- Connecticut Outdoor Industry and Experiences - News about Connecticut's outdoor recreation economy, including requests for proposals for partnerships in State Parks
- EPA Annual Report on Air Quality in New England
- Equitable Distribution of Conservation and Renewable Energy Funds in Connecticut
- Nonpoint Source Management Program Annual Report
- Open Space Reports to the Environment Committee
- Protecting and Restoring Our Environment (Environmental Compliance in Connecticut)
- State Environmental Conservation Police
- Water Quality Report to Congress
Other reports
- April 2010 Report of the Permitting Task Force
- Cybersecurity and Connecticut's Public Utilities
- Review of the Financial Capacity and System Viability of Connecticut’s Small Community Water Systems Pursuant to Section 47 of Public Act 13-298 (March 2014)
- September 30, 2010 - Permitting Assessment Report
- The Economic Impact of State Parks, Forests and Natural Resources under the Management of Department of Environmental Protection (June 2011)
Guidance materials
- Agriculture, Forestry and Wetlands Protection in Connecticut
- Auto Recycling Industry Compliance Guide
- Best Management Practices for Agriculture
- Best Management Practices for Disposal of Snow Accumulations from Roadways and Parking Lots
- Best Management Practices for Golf Course Water Use
- Best Management Practices for Water Quality while Harvesting Forest Products
- Connecticut Clean Marina Guidebook (CT Marine Trades Association)
- Connecticut Coastal Management Manual
- Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control (2002)
- Connecticut Stormwater Quality Manual (2004)
- Design of Large-Scale On-Site Wastewater Renovation Systems
- Environmental Best Management Practices Guide for Small Businesses
- Forest Practices Study Guide
- Guidance for Connecticut Municipalities-Overview of Disaster Debris Management Planning, 2006
- Guidance for Implementing and Documenting Closure (Waste Removal and Decontamination) for Indoor RCRA Hazardous Waste Container Storage Areas
- Guidelines for Inspection and Maintenance of Dams
- Incorporating Decentralized Options into Wastewater Facilities Planning
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Methods of Capital Cost Recovery on Water Pollution Control Projects (January 1997)
- The Municipal Primer - Your Guide to Creating a “Green and Growing” Community
- New Source Review Modeling Guidance (Ambient Impact Analysis Guidelines)
- Pesticide Operator's Manual
- Remediation Guidance
- School Composting Manual
- Site Characterization Guidance Document
- Small Quantity Generator Requirements
Planning documents and websites
- Bass Action Plan
- Clean Energy and Investment Plan
- Comprehensive Energy Strategy
- Connecticut Annual Air Monitoring Plans
- Connecticut Clean Air Mercury State Plan
- Connecticut Climate Preparedness Plan
- Connecticut Climate Action Plan
- Connecticut Forest Action Plan
- Connecticut Nonpoint Source Management Program Plan
- Connecticut Statewide Forest Resource Plan
- Connecticut's Comprehensive Open Space Acquisition Strategy (Green Plan) 2016-2020
- Connecticut's Wildlife Action Plan (formerly Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy)
- Conservation and Load Management Plan
- Electric and Natural Gas Conservation and Load Management Plan (C&LM) 2016-2018
- Watershed Management Plans
- Integrated Resource Plan
- Long Island Sound Blue Plan
- Natural Gas Expansion Plan
- Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Nuclear Energy Advisory Council Reports
- Performance Partnership Agreement (PPA)
- Quality Management Plan
- State Solid Waste Management Plan
- Report to the General Assembly on State Water Allocation Policies
- Restructuring Connecticut's Renewable Portfolio Standard (April 2013)
- Recreational Trails Plan
- State of Connecticut Disaster Recovery Framework
- State Disaster Debris Management Plan (ESF3 of the SRF)
- State Concept of Operations Plan (ConOps) for Disaster Debris Management, Activation and Use of the State Debris Removal and Monitoring Contracts
- State Forest Management Plans
- State Water Plan
- Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)
Policy documents
- Affirmative Action Policy
- Americans with Disabilities Act Policy
- Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
- Discrimination Complaint Process
- Discrimination Complaint Form
- ATV Policy - for the development and use of ATVs on state land
- Communications Policy for Public Hearings Conducted by the Office of Adjudications
- Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA)
- Enforcement Policies
- Environmental Equity Policy
- Health Equity Policy Statement
- Safe Harbor Policy