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Positive Mosquitoes for Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus Detected in Eastern Connecticut
The State Mosquito Management Program announced today that mosquitoes trapped in two eastern Connecticut Towns: Hampton and Voluntown have tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus.
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Rob Klee released the following statements regarding the announcement made by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt that the Trump administration has decided to repeal the Clean Power Plan.
Today, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Commissioner Katie Dykes, and Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Commissioner Dan O’Keefe announced that the release-based cleanup regulations (RBCRs) have been submitted to the Connecticut General Assembly for review and approval. These regulations will streamline the remediation and redevelopment of blighted properties impacted by releases. Approval by the General Assembly’s Legislative Regulation Review Committee (LRRC) is the final step in the regulatory adoption process.
Governor’s Council on Climate Change Finalizes Near-Term Climate Strategies
(HARTFORD) – The Governor’s Council on Climate Change (GC3) today issued its Phase 1 Report, Taking Action on Climate Change and Building a More Resilient Connecticut for All, which assesses the state’s progress toward mitigating carbon emissions and addressing climate change adaptation and resilience, and outlines 61 near-term strategies to meet these challenges.
DEEP Encourages Continued Bear Awareness Heading into Fall
Heading into the fall season, in which black bears increase their food intake to add fat reserves needed to help them survive winter hibernation, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is reminding residents of several best practices they can incorporate to help reduce the likelihood of an encounter with a bear.
(HARTFORD) — The winter holiday season is upon us, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is celebrating with the festive transformation of two of its historic buildings: Gillette Castle in East Haddam and Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby. Enjoy the wonderous atmosphere created by special decorations that help set the tone for holiday cheer.
Connecticut Celebrates the New Year with First Day Hikes on Jan. 1
(HARTFORD) — The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and its partners are encouraging folks to get outside on New Year’s Day. Walk, hike, and enjoy nature safely on January 1st by joining our many volunteer state park friends groups as Connecticut celebrates First Day Hikes, a nationwide initiative to get outdoors.
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DEEP Celebrates Passage of Environmental Justice Bill by Connecticut General Assembly
(HARTFORD)--The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) applauds the passage of Senate Bill 1147, An Act Concerning the Environmental Justice Program of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection by the Connecticut General Assembly. This significant legislation, raised at DEEP’s request, builds upon Connecticut's longstanding commitment to environmental justice and marks another milestone in our state's efforts to protect vulnerable communities and ensure equitable access to a clean and healthy environment.
Bat Appreciation Day at Old New-Gate Prison
Join Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) wildlife biologists and Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) staff for a celebration of bat conservation and the reopening of Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine.