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• Small Mammals in Distress

• Birds in Distress

  Some species of birds can be cared for without a federal permit.

• Raccoons in Distress

  Because of the potential threat of rabies, current policy does not allow for the rehabilitation of adult or sickly, raccoons.

• Hawks and Owls in Distress

  A young hawk or owl found on the ground may not be orphaned. Do not take it to a rehabilitator unless the parents have not been seen for more than 24 hours

• Skunks in Distress

  Because of the potential threat of rabies, current policy does not allow for the rehabilitation of adult or sickly, skunks.

• Small Birds in Distress

  Dealing with distressed small birds

• DEEP Reminds Residents and Businesses Now is the Time to Prepare for Management of Nuisance Resident Canada Geese

  The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) reminds residents and businesses that Canada Geese will soon be returning and now is the time to prepare for management of nuisance Canada Geese.

• DEEP Announces Winner of the Annual Angler’s Guide Cover Photo Contest

  Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today announced the winner of the Fifth Annual Angler’s Guide Cover Photo Contest.

• Gov. Malloy and Commissioner Klee Applaud Committee Passage of Energy Bill

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Rob Klee are applauding the Connecticut General Assembly’s Energy and Technology Committee for voting today to approve Senate Bill 9, An Act Concerning Connecticut’s Energy Future. The legislation was introduced by Governor Malloy earlier this session along with a companion environment bill.

• Gov. Malloy, Commissioner Klee Push for Environmental and Energy Bills

  Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Rob Klee today advocated for the passage of the Malloy administration’s environmental protection and resiliency bill, as well as the Governor’s energy bill, both of which have received public hearings in recent weeks.

• DEEP and Closed Loop Fund Announce Historic Partnership on Funding for Recycling Infrastructure

  The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and Closed Loop Fund today unveiled an historic statewide, public-private partnership targeting a $5 million investment in recycling infrastructure in Connecticut in 2018. This statewide program follows Closed Loop Fund’s successful investment in Waterbury, CT in 2017.

• DEEP Announces Launch of 2018 No Child Left Inside Great Park Pursuit

  Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) announced that registration for the 2018 No Child Left Inside® Great Park Pursuit – Connecticut State Parks Family Adventure is now open at www.NoChildLeftInside.org through Friday, May 4, 2018.

• DEEP Reminds Residents To Use Best Practices When Wood Burning for Heat During Winter

  (HARTFORD)— Winter is here, and burning wood to keep a home warm is a long-standing tradition in New England. Depending on the source of the wood, wood burning can provide a cost-effective alternative to use of fossil fuels. But did you know that one old, inefficient wood stove can emit as much air pollution as five dirty, old diesel trucks? The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is urging residents to protect their health and that of their family, friends, and neighbors by employing “best burn” practices. Properly burning the correct type of wood limits exposure to wood smoke, which is a toxic air pollutant.

• Ducks and Geese in Distress

  If you find a duckling or gosling alone, search for a nearby parent and try to safely reunite them. If you find multiple ducklings or goslings, contain them by placing them under a laundry basket. Wait to see if the mother returns. If she does not return, contact one of the rehabilitators listed below.

• Connecticut’s Energy Efficiency Programs Fuel Job Creation and Economic Growth in 2017

  Annual Report details how customer-funded programs and services will result in more than $841 million in savings