Governor Gordon and DEQ recognize Know Your Well Day

In recognition of the importance of groundwater to the citizens of the state and in conjunction with the National Groundwater Association’s “Groundwater Awareness Week” (March 7-13, 2021), Governor Mark Gordon has proclaimed Sunday, March 13th, as “Know Your Well Day.” More than 72% of Wyoming’s population relies on groundwater for part or all of their […]

DEQ Director names new Industrial Siting Administrator

Statewide, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Director, Todd Parfitt has named Colin McKee as the new Industrial Siting Division (ISD) Administrator. McKee’s previous experience includes eight years as a policy advisory for former Governor Matt Mead where he played an integral role in the successful roll out of the Governor’s energy strategies. […]

DEQ accepting applications for lead testing in drinking water for school and childcare facilities

On March 2, 2021, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced that they are accepting applications for lead testing in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.Through a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant program, this voluntary effort provides water testing resources at Wyoming schools and childcare facilities. Governor Mark Gordon directed DEQ to […]