State DEQ

ADEQ Launches Pilot Program, Announces Grants, and Takes Enforcement Actions

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has announced the launch of a $1 million pilot program for heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles and has awarded recycling grants. The agency also issued enforcement actions and updated water quality standards.

ADEQ Comments and Testimony on EPA Rules and Arizona Updates

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has published a collection of past comments and testimony submitted to the EPA and other bodies regarding various environmental regulations and updates. These documents cover a range of topics including air quality standards, water quality criteria, and emissions reporting requirements.

ADEQ Public Meetings and Hearings on Regulatory Updates

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has announced upcoming public meetings and hearings regarding various regulatory updates. These events cover topics such as agricultural best management practices, water quality fees, cybersecurity for water systems, and air quality permits.

Arizona DEQ: Public Notices Revised

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has revised 16 public notices related to environmental permits and rulemakings. These revisions cover a range of topics including AZPDES permits, Aquifer Protection Permits, and air quality permits.

Tennessee State Parks Host Free Spring Hikes

Tennessee State Parks announced their annual free Spring Hikes event scheduled for March 21, 2026. The guided hikes offer opportunities to explore natural, cultural, and historical features, with varying difficulty levels available across different parks.

Fall Creek Falls State Park Public Meetings on Trails Grant

Fall Creek Falls State Park is hosting public meetings to gather input before applying for a Recreational Trails Program grant. The park will accept comments through March 20, 2026, regarding proposed trail improvements and facilities.

Harpeth River State Park Grant Meetings

Harpeth River State Park is hosting public meetings on March 11 and 12 to gather input for a proposed grant application to the Recreational Trails Program. The grant funds trail development and maintenance. Comments will be accepted until March 20.

Scott's Gulf Park Public Meetings for Proposed Conservation Fund Grant

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is holding public meetings for the proposed application of a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park. The meetings will seek public input before the park applies for the grant.

TDEC Grants $18.9M for Vehicle Replacements and Charging Infrastructure

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced $18.9 million in grants to 22 entities for replacing 81 medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with cleaner alternatives and installing charging infrastructure. This funding is part of the state's Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust allocation.

Rhode Island DEM Seeks Seasonal Staff for Parks and Beaches

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is recruiting for hundreds of seasonal positions for the summer, including lifeguards, park rangers, and other key staff. The notice highlights pay ranges, potential bonuses for lifeguards, and required certifications.