Press Release

The Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking applicants for the Environmental Careers and Opportunities AmeriCorps program.

The Department of Environmental Conservation has a few tips on how to properly dry or season firewood to reduce costs, smoke, and fuel use.

The Department of Environmental Conservation wants to remind Vermonters that permitted lake encroachment construction projects on public lakes and ponds are typically not allowed from March 15 to July 1.

The Department of Environmental Conservation invites the public to report when Vermont’s lakes and ponds lose their ice cover.

The Department of Environmental Conservation is taking the first step to address chloride pollution in the Sunnyside Brook in Colchester, Vermont by establishing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan.

With spring construction season ahead, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) wants to remind Vermonters about additional requirements to help protect the state’s waterways.

World Wetlands Day raises awareness about wetlands and the functions and values they provide for people and for the health of the land.

Niquette Bay State Park in Colchester and Alburgh Dunes State Park in Alburgh achieved the Lake Wise Award

DEC will host a webinar on Thursday, February 1, 2024, to present the 2023 Performance Report.

Register to attend a webinar on Monday, February 5, 2024.