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:
- Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer Water Quality
- Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer
- Middle Snake Watershed Advisory Group (WAG)
- Public Comment Opportunity - Docket No. 58-0101-1402 - Negotiated Rule Draft 2
- Air Quality: Docket No. 58-0101-1402 - Negotiated Rulemaking
- Assistance & Resources
- Chemical Accidental Release and Prevention (Clean Air Act Section 112[r])
- New Source Performance Standards
- National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
- DEQ's Monitoring Network