Pages Categorized With: "About"
Young Environmentalist of the Year
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control honors young Delawareans each year who have put their passions into projects that benefit our environment. Young Environmentalist of the Year Award winners are honored in a special ceremony at the Delaware State Fair. The 2024 Young Environmentalists of the YearDNREC at the Delaware State Fair
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control welcomes Delaware State Fair visitors to DNREC’s climate-controlled building on the fairgrounds at the corner of Holloway Avenue and East Rider Road. The Fair runs from July 18 through July 27, 2024. Visitors will learn about the science behind theInternships with DNREC
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control offers full-time, paid summer internships to college students and recent graduates eager to work alongside professionals while cultivating their own career paths. We are excited to share that all positions for the Summer 2024 season are full!Earth Day 2024
Earth Day 2024 is celebrated on April 22. This year’s theme, Planet vs. Plastics, focuses on the health risks of plastics and the need to phase out all single use plastics. At DNREC, Earth Day is what we do all year long. The Department of Natural ResourcesDNREC Proposes Fee Increase to Cover Program Funding Shortfall
The mission of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Control (DNREC) is to ensure the wise management, conservation and enhancement of the State’s natural resources; protect public health and the environment; provide quality outdoor recreation; improve the quality of life; lead energy policy and climate preparedness; and educate the public on historic, cultural andBe the First to Know
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is a large agency with multiple divisions overseeing permits and regulations, natural resources assessment and protection, and outdoor recreation opportunities. There’s a lot going on and many opportunities for public participation. Part of the DNREC mission is to engage all stakeholders toDNREC Regulations
The regulations that govern the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) are published by the Office of the Registrar of Regulations as part of the Delaware Administrative Code. DNREC Regulations by DivisionBrand and Visual Identity: Vibrant Delaware
For more than 50 years, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has worked to protect, preserve, and enhance Delaware’s environment for current and future generations. The key to DNREC’s efforts is our shared mission. We all must contribute to a shared brand experience, one that educates, engages and inspires others to supportFish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police Recruitment
This page includes information and requirements for applicants for positions with the Fish and Wildlife unit of the DNREC Natural Resources Police. Eligibility Requirements The applicant must: Be at least 20 and a half years oldCompleted of an academy approved by the Delaware Council on PoliceDelaware’s Environmental Permitting Process
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is an executive state agency with the responsibility to protect both the environment of Delaware and the health of our residents. When certain types of commercial or industrial facilities want to open or change their operations in Delaware, they must obtain a permit (or permits)Floods: Are You Prepared?
Delaware has the lowest average land elevation in the United States. It is more susceptible to flooding and faces an increased risk from sea level rise. Be prepared. Know your flood risk and how to manage it. With Climate Change, and the uncertainty it brings, the saying “WhereThe DNREC Earth Day Top 40
How about some musical inspiration for Earth Day? We asked our DNREC colleagues for their Earth Day song suggestions and we created an “Earth Day Top 40.”Operation Game Theft Report Form
Use this form to report wildlife crime through DNREC’s Operation Game Theft. Information supplied in this form is strictly confidential and will not be released to the public. Use this form to report a crime that is not in progress. If you need to report a wildlife crime in progress,Website Maintenance
System maintenance on Thursday, July 15, 2021, will result in parts of the DNREC website being briefly unavailable between 4:30 and 5 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience.The Croda Atlas Point Plant
Related News
Croda to Restart Ethylene Oxide Plant for Emissions Test, Then Shut Down
Statement from DNREC Secretary Shawn Garvin
A statement from DNREC Secretary Shawn Garvin opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s action that rolls back vehicle emission standards.DNREC Coronavirus Updates
The health and safety of our employees, visitors and volunteers has been paramount. Due to the unique and unprecedented challenges associated with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has developed temporary policies and modified or suspended existing policies, in accordance with guidance from state and federal healthList of DNREC Meetings and Events
[eme_events template_id=4 template_id_header=1 template_id_footer=2 category=0 paging=1Operation Game Theft
The Operation Game Theft Fund was established by the Delaware General Assembly to assist in the apprehension and conviction of game law violators. Rewards of up to $1,000 are available for information leading to the arrest and conviction of violators. [button type=”primary”Fish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police
DNREC’s Fish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers protect wildlife and fisheries resources, promote boating education and safety, promote hunting and fishing, respond to boating emergencies and are a partner in Delaware’s Homeland Security maritime mission. The Natural Resources Police oversee boating safety education in Delaware and take part in the annual Natural ResourcesDelaware Coastal Cleanup
Trash on our beaches and in our waterways isn’t just unsightly – it’s also potentially dangerous to marine life and in some cases harmful to water quality. The annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup offers volunteers an opportunity to help make a difference for Delaware’s shoreline and waterways while joining an international effort to clean up theBoards, Councils, Committees and Task Forces
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control works with several boards, councils, committee and task forces to help it stay in touch with the public and the regulated community and ensure that Departmental policies and regulations serve the needs of all constituents. The bodies are listed by where they are hostedDNREC Divisions
The mission statement of Department along with the over-all structure and details on sections within each Division.Email Validation
Edit Subscription
You are currently subscribed to the below checked categories. Please deselect the categories you would like to unfollow and then click “Submit”.
Subscribe
Unsubscribe
Information for Businesses
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control permits and regulates many business activities. It also offers assistance programs to help business and industry thrive in Delaware. Administrative Law DNREC Regulations Public Hearings Public Notices Secretary’s Orders Assistance and AdviceOutdoor Enthusiasts
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control offers information and programs for hunters, anglers, bird-watchers, campers, bikers, hikers, swimmers and people who like to lie on their backs in the grass and gaze up at the clouds. Choose Your State Park Alapocas Run State ParkInformation for Government
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Works with county and local governments to help improve the lives of Delaware residents, and the state’s natural resources. Wetlands, Flooding and Land Use Learn about freshwater wetlands and view wetland maps with the Delaware Freshwater Wetland Toolbox. Find outInformation for Homeowners
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has a number of programs for homeowners. The Department regulations onsite wastewater systems and asbestos. It provides grants and homeowner assistance. And it offers guidance on a wide variety of subjects of interest to homeowners. Your PropertyQ and A: Croda Ethylene Oxide Release November 25, 2018
Updated: November 13, 2019 Printable (PDF) Version
What happened at the Croda Atlas Point plant? At 4:15 p.m., Sunday, November 25, 2018 ethylene oxide (EO) was accidentally released into the air from Croda’s ethylene oxide plant. Since New Employee Orientation
Welcome to the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. We’re glad you are joining us here at DNREC, as we call ourselves. This page will help get you started with us. … a healthy environment where people embrace a commitment toDelaware Natural Resources Police 411
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Natural Resources Police offer a smartphone app, Tip411, to give the public an easy way to report environmental crimes and concerns. The Delaware Natural Resources Police (DENRP) Tip411 app also gives Natural Resources Police a tool to share important information with the public. [columnNatural Resources Police
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has three Natural Resources Police units that work with the public to ensure safety, investigate environmental crimes, and make sure that Delawareans and visitors to the state can enjoy Delaware’s natural resources. They are the Environmental Crimes Unit, the FishDNREC Capital Plan
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Capital Plan lays out a series of key projects to achieve the Department’s vision. Each demonstrates that strategic environmental investments help drive economic prosperity and growth. By providing sustained funding for these critical infrastructure needs, we will help strengthen Delaware’s economy, while we improve the healthDNREC Calendar of Events
Go to Public Meetings and Events [eme_calendar full=1Secretary Shawn M. Garvin
Shawn M. Garvin joined Governor John Carney’s cabinet in March 2017 as Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, leading the agency tasked with protecting and managing Delaware’s natural resources, protecting public health, providing outdoor recreational opportunities and educating Delawareans about the environment. Secretary Garvin’s career in intergovernmental affairs spans moreShare Your Views: Natural Resources Police
This page contains an embedded SurveyMonkey survey from the Fish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police. The survey may not be visible to screen readers. To give your feedback, please feel free to contact the Natural Resources Police atChildren in Nature
Delaware Children in Nature has merged into the Delaware Association for Environmental Education (daeeonline.org) which helps to ensure that every citizen in Delaware has the opportunity to become involved in meaningful outdoor experiences.DNREC Newsroom
The latest news and information from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. DNREC Media Contacts Nikki Lavoie Chief Communications Officer Michael Globetti Media Relations Manager 302-739-9902 DNREC on the Delaware News Server Sign up for theUh-Oh
Looks like something went wrong. Your form was not successfully submitted.Thank You
Your form has been successfully submitted. We appreciate your help. Where to Next? DNREC Home Page DNREC Contact Information Topics of InterestDNREC E-Mail Lists
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) provides e-mail list subscriptions on a variety of subjects.Your Guide to Nature, Conservation and Fun
Outdoor Delaware, Delaware’s award-winning conservation magazine, is published four times each year and presents stunning photography, detailed feature articles, regular columnists, and more.DNREC FOIA Requests
FOIA, the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (29 Del. Code, Chapter 100), ensures that the public has “easy access to public records” held by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and other state agencies. This page offers options for making a FOIA request to DNREC.Doing Business With DNREC Online
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control offers a number of online applications and tools to make it easier to interact with the agency.Public Meetings and Events
DNREC posts notices of all public meetings on the state’s Public Meeting Calendar on a number of division- and office-specific calendars.Vision, Mission, Values and Priorities
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) envisions a Delaware that offers a healthy environment where people embrace a commitment to the protection, enhancement and enjoyment of the environment in their daily lives; where Delawareans’ stewardship of natural resources ensures the sustainability of these resources for the appreciation and enjoyment of future generations; and where people recognize that a healthy environment and a strong economy support one another.DNREC Open Data
DNREC has added a number of datasets to the Delaware Open Data Portal and will continue to add data based on agency priorities and public requests.Page: 12 of 2 total pages
