Environmental Protection and Natural Resources

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• Green Home

  No matter where you live, you can prevent pollution, save money, and protect the environment and your health through the choices you make every day. Learn about household alternatives to toxic products and managing household hazardous waste.  Find information on green building and renovation.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Greenways

  A Greenways is a corridor of open space that may protect natural resources, preserve scenic landscapes and historical resources or offer opportunities for recreation or non-motorized transportation. Come explore Connecticut's Greenways. 

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Wildlife Fact Sheets

  Learn about Bears, Coyotes, Snapping Turtles and other Connecticut wildlife.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Green Business

  Connecticut businesses can access "going green" information, from general resources, purchasing recommendations, green building, transportation, waste and recycling. Information is also available on permitting and compliance.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Climate Change

  Climate change presents a threat to the health and safety of everyone who lives, works, and plays in Connecticut. We are making significant progress in reducing statewide emissions of harmful greenhouse gases while simultaneously assuring that Connecticut enjoys a cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable energy future, supporting economic and job growth and providing improved quality of life.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Coastal Hazards in Connecticut

  Coastal hazards have always been an issue for Connecticut due in part to high levels of population and development along the coast. Learn more about storms, flooding, erosion and the effects climate change may have on these and how to manage risk for your community and/or your property.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Business Recycling Assistance

  Small and large businesses alike have an opportunity to save money and promote sustainable business practices through recycling and waste reduction programs provided by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP). Access resources for the business community to help staff, facilities personnel, "green teams" and waste management coordinators develop strong and comprehensive recycling and waste recovery programs.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Air Quality Index

  The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a tool for reporting daily air quality. It tells you how clean or polluted your air is, and what associated health effects might be a concern for you.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• The Green Plan

  The Green Plan is a strategic plan for land acquisition and protection for the State of Connecticut.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Landscape Stewardship

  The decisions we make today about how we use land are among the most important environmental issues facing Connecticut.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Emergency Response and Spill Prevention

  The Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) provides the CT DEEP Emergency Spill hotline information along with definitions of what constitutes a spill and what is considered an environmental emergency.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Flood Management

  Floodplain management information including floodplain construction, FEMA, flood insurance and mitigation planning.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Invasive Species

  Invasive species (plants, animals and other organisms) exhibit an aggressive growth habitat and can out-compete and displace native species. Learn more about invasive species such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB), and Phragmites australis.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Land Trusts

  Land Trusts are private, non-profit organizations dedicated to land conservation.  

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Materials Management

  Proper management - handling, use and disposal - of materials including pesticides, mercury, PCBs and petroleum products protects the quality of our environment and public safety.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection