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A Year on the Job: DNREC Secretary and Deputy Secretary Reflect on Their First 365 Days
On Jan. 30, 2025, Secretary Greg Patterson and Deputy Secretary Dayna Cobb stepped into the top leadership roles at the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. To mark the occasion, Outdoor Delaware sat down with Patterson and Cobb to reflect on what surprised them most, the progress they’re proud of and what they’re focused on next for Delaware’s environment and the people who protect it every day.2026 CEPF Projects
This page presents details about each of the projects that have been approved for funding under the Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) for calendar year 2026. Claymont Coalition for Environmental Justice – $49,500 From Cleanup to Prevention: Illegal Dumping Deterrence in KnollwoodOffice of the Secretary
The DNREC Office of the Secretary provides leadership, overall policy guidance and central administrative services to support the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). Secretary: Gregory Patterson Deputy Secretary: Dayna Cobb [columnMeet the Dedicated DNREC Inspectors Protecting Delawareans from Environmental Hazards
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control handles a lot of responsibilities, one of the most important yet often overlooked of which is ensuring companies and other entities are following environmental laws and regulations. This includes regularly inspecting boilers, septic systems, exhaust stacks and more around the state. Learn more about the dedicated professionals who handle these duties in this piece from Outdoor Delaware.Civil Rights Grievance Log
DNREC has established a procedure to ensure prompt and fair resolution of discrimination complaints. They may be resolved informally, by agreement of the parties, or formally, through written complaint, investigation and department decision. Grievances may be filed by an individual or their representative. They must be filed no later than sixty daysThe Environmental Justice Office
The Environmental Justice Office works to ensure that all DNREC decisions are executed to promote the meaningful involvement and fair treatment of all people — regardless of race, color, national origin or income — in the implementation of DNREC’s mission. DNREC strives to provide equitable access to green spaces, public recreation opportunities, and information andCommunity Environmental Project Fund
The Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) provides money to support the restoration of the environment in communities that were damaged by environmental pollution. In 2013, Cornerstone West CDC received a grant to improve recreational green space in Wilmington’s west side. Three playgrounds were renovated. The fund was created byJustice40 Initiative
The Justice40 Initiative (J40) calls for 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to flow to disadvantaged communities (DACs). At its core, the initiative provides a pathway for equitable deep decarbonization that transforms and builds wealth in underserved/overburdened communities. Related DNREC Funding