Inside the DNREC Environmental Laboratory Responsible for Testing for Forever Chemicals and Other Contaminants

When the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control needs to test water samples for contaminants, it turns to the Delaware Environmental Laboratory, which has been helping protect the state’s natural resources for more than 75 years and celebrated moving into a new home in 2026. In this piece, Outdoor Delaware takes you into the lab to elucidate its important duties.

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Environmental Laboratory Quote Requests

The Delaware Environmental Laboratory provides scientifically credible analytical and technical support to DNREC and other state agencies. It can also provide testing for other projects on a contractual basis. Please complete the form below to submit a request for a quote. Lab staff will review the information provided and provide a quote

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