Environmental Protection and Conservation
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Report an Environmental Problem, opens in new window
If you see something happening in the environment that may be a violation of environmental law, let us know.
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Contact an Environmental Conservation Officer 24/7, opens in new window
Environmental Conservation Police Officers enforce New York environmental laws statewide.
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Learn About the Environmental Protection Fund (EPF), opens in new window
EPF is a source of funding for capital projects that protect the environment and enhance communities.
Energy Programs
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Apply to the Energy Affordability Program (EAP), opens in new window
See if you're eligible to get monthly discounts on your utility bill through the Energy Affordability Program (EAP).
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NYS Clean Heat - Switch to Heat Pumps, opens in new window
Find resources, rebates, and financing options to help New York residents switch to energy-efficient heat pump technology.
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Get a Solar Electric System for Your Home or Business, opens in new window
Learn how affordable a solar electric system can be through NY-Sun.
Air Quality
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Get Daily Air Quality Forecasts and See Air Monitoring Data for NY, opens in new window
Find daily air quality measurements and forecasts and learn about types of pollutants.
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Learn Ways to Reduce Air Pollution at Home, opens in new window
Discover simple steps you can take to improve the air quality in your home.
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Learn How New York State Monitors Air Quality, opens in new window
Information on how the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) tracks air quality in New York.
Water Quality
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Apply for Financing from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), opens in new window
The CWSRF provides communities a source of low-cost financing for water quality infrastructure projects.
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Apply for Financing from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), opens in new window
Apply for interest-free or low-interest financial assistance for drinking water projects, including treatment plants, distribution mains, and storage facilities.
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Learn About NYS Watersheds and Their Water Quality, opens in new window
Characteristics and facts about each watershed and general assessment of water quality.
Environmental Permits and Regulations
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Apply for Environmental Permit for Your Business, opens in new window
Obtain a Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued environmental permit or check the status of a pending permit application.
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Apply for a Burning Permit, opens in new window
A DEC issued burning permit is required for all open burning in certain towns.
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Get an Overview of the Environmental Permitting Process, opens in new window
Find information and forms for completing an Environmental Assessment.
Waste Reduction (Recycling)
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Find Composting Facilities in NYS, opens in new window
View the composting - solid waste management facilities map.
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Find Waste Transfer Stations in New York, opens in new window
Find locations of transfer stations or solid waste management facilities in New York.
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Find Your Recycling or Trash Collection Schedule in New York City, opens in new window
Get information about the trash, recycling, and compost collection schedule for your address.
Animal Health and Rescues
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Learn What To Do About Orphaned, Sick, Rabid or Dead Wildlife, opens in new window
DEC's wildlife health page provides information on what to do when encountering an injured or orphaned animal, or sick or dead fish or wildlife.
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Licensed Pet Rescues and Shelters, opens in new window
Find a directory of licensed pet rescues and shelters in New York State.
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Empire State Animal Response Team, opens in new window
Learn how to keep your pet safe during an emergency.