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Our mission is to preserve and enhance the environment of the State in order to protect public health, sustain healthy ecosystems, and contribute to a vibrant economy.

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2026 NPS 319(h) Grant Funding Available

The Bureau of Water Quality Planning is soliciting proposals for watershed-based planning efforts or implementation projects that mitigate or protect waters from nonpoint source pollution.

For more information, visit the Nonpoint Source Pollution Management page.

News

NDEP-BSMM Response to Comments for MediWaste

Please see the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection-Bureau of Sustainable Materials Management's (NDEP-BSMM) response to public comments regarding the MediWaste (SW1900REV00) permit. 

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Notice of Issuance of MediWaste (SW1900REV00) Permit

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection has issued a decision regarding the issuance of the MediWaste Permit (SW1900REV00). Please see the attached documents regarding the issuance of the permit.

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Public Notices

Notice of Certification Request - BWQP – Winters Ranch Wetland Enhancement (Washoe County)

The Administrator, Division of Environmental Protection, Carson City, Nevada is in receipt of the following request for Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification which requires federal authorization from U...

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News- State Revolving Fund Priority List is Open

State Revolving Fund Priority List is Open

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