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DEEP Approves Three-Year Energy Savings Plan for Connecticut
(HARTFORD) — The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has issued its Final Determination on the 2025-2027 Conservation and Load Management (C&LM) Plan, a comprehensive strategy which guides the priorities, design, and incentives for Connecticut’s energy efficiency and demand management programs. These programs, administered by Eversource and Avangrid under the brand name Energize Connecticut, drive down energy costs by supporting efficient building upgrades such as insulation, air sealing, heating and cooling system improvements, and building controls and industrial process improvements for businesses.
Rabies Vector Species Authorization
RVS applicants are required to complete several requirements prior to being considered for RVS appointment.
Information about dealing with sick, injured, or distressed bears, bobcats, and coyotes.
How to Become a Wildlife Rehabilitator
Information on how to become a Wildlife Rehabilitator in Connecticut.
Forms for Wildlife Rehabilitators
Links to forms needed by volunteer Wildlife Rehabilitators.
White-tailed Deer Authorization
All individuals seeking to rehabilitate white-tailed deer must meet pen, care, and feeding specifications before they acquire fawns or obtain a fawn rehabilitation permit.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Resources
Resources for wildlife rehabilitators.
Archive of prior years of LIEAB Meetings
Bat Appreciation Day to Be Held at Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine on September 20th
(HARTFORD) — Join the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Wildlife Division and the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) State Historic Preservation Office for a celebration of bat conservation at the Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine in East Granby on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This event helps raise awareness about the story of one of Connecticut’s most intriguing historical sites and its importance to the conservation of endangered species.
Governor Ned Lamont of Connecticut, Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts, Governor Kathy Hochul of New York, Governor Dan McKee of Rhode Island, and Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey today released the following joint Labor Day statement on offshore wind
(HARTFORD) — As part of its Partnership in Parks Initiative, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today announced another opportunity for collaboration with the private sector through the launch of a Request for Information (RFI). Led by DEEP’s Office of Outdoor Industry and Experiences, the Partnership in Parks Initiative aims to elevate outdoor recreation and visitor experiences, expand access to the outdoors, and strengthen Connecticut’s State Parks as tourism destinations.
The BOW Workshop brings women together for immersive outdoor learning in a relaxed, community-focused setting.
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) is an educational initiative that provides women with the space and resources to explore, develop, and grow their outdoor skills.
Subgrantee Documents for Connecticut Weatherization Assistance Program