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

Diesel Emission Reduction Act 2022 Solicitation

This year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is allocating to Connecticut a minimum of $355,242, authorized under the federal Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA), for projects to reduce diesel pollution in the state. In addition, DEEP has reserved the opportunity to more than double its DERA allocation using funds available through the “DERA Option” under Connecticut’s Volkswagen Mitigation Program (VW Program); this could increase the total to as much as $1,188,612. DEEP is seeking grant proposals from municipalities, organizations, and businesses for diesel emissions reduction projects that are environmentally and economically beneficial, can be initiated promptly, and will be completed by August 31, 2023. Information on the webinar and guidance on the 2022 state DERA project proposals can be found at this link.

 

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is announcing the availability of up to $1,188,612 in new funds for the reduction of diesel emissions in our state. DEEP is seeking grant proposals from municipalities, organizations, and businesses for diesel emissions reduction projects that are environmentally and economically-beneficial, can be initiated promptly, and will be completed quickly.

 

Application Submission

All interested parties are encouraged to apply by submitting their proposal on this linked form, which can also be found on DEEP’s Diesel Grants & Funding page

Application Deadline

November 30, 2022

Associated Documents and Websites 

Contact

DEEP.MobileSources@ct.gov

 

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