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Clean Water Act Accomplishments
A chronology of the Clean Water Act in Connecticut.
Governor's Council on Climate Change - Meetings and Notices
The annual permitting and environmental reports provide data on the agency's permitting and enforcement statistics.
General Permit for In Situ Remediation
Connecticut DEEP has developed general permits for the most common in situ remedial activities - enhanced aerobic biodegradation and chemical oxidation. In situ remedial activities not covered by a general permit may still be authorized through the issuance of an individual groundwater discharge permit or a temporary discharge authorization, as appropriate for the proposed activity.
Connecticut's Electronic Recycling Law
In July of 2007, the State of Connecticut was one of the first in a growing list of states that adopted an Electronics Recycling Law concerning the recycling of household electronic waste (e-waste).
The Spongy Moth: Information for Tree and Woodland Owners
What you need to know about the spongy moth, including advise on managing their population in your woodlot.
An A to Z list of hazardous waste topics.
Connecticut Hospital Environmental Roundtable (CHER)
DEEP's CT Hospital Environmental Roundtable provided the health care industry with resources.
Understanding Water Quantity in Connecticut is important for assessing, managing and planning to improve the balance of water use for the benefit of people and the environment.
Stormwater and its effects on water quality.
Open Burning - Campfires, Bonfires, Fire Pits, Chimineas
Learn about the burning of wood in a campfire, bonfire, chiminea or other similar devices which is prohibited, if the burning is conducted so that it creates a nuisance for neighbors or it is in violation of any restrictions imposed by your local municipality.
Garment Care Industry Pollution Prevention Fact Sheet Index
Technical assistance for dry cleaners on reducing and eliminating toxic solvents.
Requirements for E-Waste Recyclers
Certain manufacturers of electronics are required to register with CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and pay certain fees.
Air SIP Revisions & Other State Plans for Control of Air Pollution
These tables provide details on the status of recent DEEP State Implementation Plan (SIP) revisions and other State Air Quality Plans
Climate Change
Addressing climate change presents residents, businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities a chance to create, evolve, and maintain a sustainable environment, a robust economy, and a higher quality of life today and tomorrow.
Recycling
Connecticut disposes of 2.4 million tons of trash annually, an estimated 1,370 pounds of trash per person per year. That's too much! Learn more about how we manage our waste and how to help us move toward more waste reduction, reuse and recycling.
DEEP Programs & Services
DEEP conserves, improves and protects Connecticut's natural resources and the environment, and makes cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available to people and businesses. Find DEEP's programs and services here.