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. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Connecticut has long been a national leader in addressing the impact of climate change. Here are just a few of the ways you can join us in this important mission.
 
Learn About the Governor’s Council on Climate Change
Because this issue is so important to the State, the Governor has brought together a diverse array of community members to study different aspects of this challenge and advise on actions we should take to address them. Learn more about the Governor’s Council and the work they’re doing.

Read a Report from This Council:
Taking Action and Building a More Resilient Connecticut for All
Watch Webinars on Environmental Justice and Climate Change
This special webinar series features a variety of climate change experts exploring how climate change is having a greater impact on low-income people, Black, Indigenous, Latino, and people of color. Through this link, you can watch any of the 11 webinars as well as download copies of the slides from their presentation.
Explore Environmental Curriculum on Climate Change
DEEP offers a variety of educational resources centering around climate change. Click here to see what types of educational programs, events, and educator workshops are offered throughout the year. 

Ways to Connect

  • For environmental justice administrative inquiries, please contact Edith Pestana (Program Administrator) at (860) 424-3044 or edith.pestana@ct.gov.
  • For community and education coordination inquiries, please contact Doris Johnson (Outreach & Education Coordinator) at (860) 424-3053 or doris.johnson@ct.gov.