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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 Decision - BMRR - Prunty Mine Project

BMRR - Notice of Decision - Issue renewed Water Pollution Control Permit NEV2011104 to Humboldt Mining Company, LLC. Deadline for appeal is September 26, 2026.

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NOPA - City of N. Las Vegas Utilities Water System Operations & Maintenance

Notice of Proposed Action - City of North Las Vegas Utilities Water System Operations and Maintenance NV0024121 - Application for the renewal of their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Public comment is open until 5:00 P.M. on 10/19/26.

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