DEQ's Mission
To protect human health
and preserve the quality of Idaho's air, land, and water
for use and enjoyment today and in the future.
DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution.
As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.
What's New at DEQ?
Recently updated pages on DEQ's website:
- News Release - Sewage Release Stopped from City of Tensed’s Wastewater Lagoons
- Lower Boise River Watershed Advisory Group (WAG)
- Lower Boise Watershed Council Meeting - 04/10/14
- Lower Boise Watershed Council TAC Meeting - 04/03/14
- Stormwater in Idaho
- News Release - Request from US DOE to Renew Hazardous Waste Storage and Treatment Permit for Materials and Fuels Complex at INL
- Public Comment Opportunity - §401 Certification - Indian Grave Creek Bridge Crossing and Culvert Replacement Project
- DEQ Policies
- News Release - Free Nitrate Testing for Well Owners - Jerome Health Fair - March 15
- Environmental Assessment
