The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is accepting submissions for its annual Radon Program Poster Contest. The contest, designed for children in grades 4-12, aims to raise awareness of…
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Utah Seeks to Curb Car Trips with Clear Air Challenge
Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) staff are participating in the 10th anniversary of the Clear the Air Challenge, a month-long event in which Utah residents try to cut out…
Utah Highlights Accomplishments in Annual Report
On January 2, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) released its Annual State of the Environment Report, which offers a comprehensive overview of the agency’s 2018 activities and initiatives…
Utah’s Matheson Takes to Twitter to Spread Positive Holiday Message
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is sharing its spin on the classic tale ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, with DEQ Executive Director Alan Matheson Director delivering a holiday…
Idaho and Utah Partner on Process Improvement under ECOS BPI Mentoring Program
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) last week welcomed Utah Department of Environmental Quality Deputy Director Scott Baird to speak with staff about process improvement efforts underway in Utah.…
Case Studies on State-Level Risk Communication of PFAS and HABs
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and harmful algal blooms (HABs) are two priority contaminants that states struggle to communicate the risks of. Most state environmental and health agencies have oversight…
States Mark Earth Day with Celebrations and Outreach
As April 22 approaches, states are marking Earth Day with cleanups, public education campaigns, and various festivities. Here’s just a sampling: The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management streamed a…
Utah Reduces Mobile Emissions During Clean the Air Challenge
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) participated in the Salt Lake Chamber’s February Clear the Air Challenge, which aimed to educate residents about tools to cut tailpipe emissions. Competitors…
ECOS Member Spotlight: Alan Matheson
Two Minutes with Alan Matheson, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Environmental Quality How long have you been Executive Director of Utah Department of Environmental Quality. What’s your best…
Utah’s Web-based Reporting Database – Weblink
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Drinking Water (DDW) oversees the Safe Drinking Water Rules for over 1,000 public water systems. These systems serve a total population of…
