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DEQ NEWS
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March 18, 2025
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Vol.4, No.3
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Do you need to complete your Wetlands Stream Identification training as part of your Virginia State Waters Delineation (VSWD) certification? There are two upcoming training sessions: April 2 in Woodbridge and Aug. 20 in Glen Allen. See registration details for more information.
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The application period to become a 2025 Virginia Environmental Excellence Program (VEEP) Sustainability Partner is now open! VEEP is a voluntary program that encourages Virginia businesses to go beyond compliance and embrace pollution prevention in their day-to-day activities. The VEEP Sustainability Partners track is designed to encourage large organizations, in both the private and public sector across Virginia, to make environmental sustainability part of their culture through leadership, innovation, and continual improvement. Organizations must demonstrate this commitment through measurable and verifiable conservation efforts, leading to direct and indirect improvements in energy usage, water usage, waste generation, and other environmental benefits.
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One of the top priorities of the Youngkin Administration is to grow the number of beginning farmers. With the current average age of a Virginia farmer being 59, new and beginning farmers are crucial to feeding a growing population. After conducting several surveys, it was determined that the top challenge facing beginning farmers is accessing capital. To help overcome that challenge, agriculture lenders and partners are offering a free one-day learning seminar on April 1 at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville. Lunch will also be provided.
If you have comments or questions, please feel free to email us at agriculture.forestry@governor.virginia.gov. To register, please email Josie Rao at josie.rao@governor.virginia.gov.
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Spots are filling fast for this year's one-day-only Virginia Brownfields Symposium in Hopewell on April 24. Grab one of the remaining spots here!
This year's theme is Measuring Success in Brownfields and is intended to be an opportunity to highlight progress, share challenges and accomplishments, and recognize the hard work and diligence of Virginia's Brownfields champions.
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Please join us March 20-21 at the 12th Annual Virginia Green Travel Conference & Awards at Busch Gardens Williamsburg for two days of presentations, networking, and FUN! And of course, there will be recognition of environmental champions in Virginia’s travel industry.
See details on the Conference Website including Sponsor & Exhibiting Opportunities
EARLY-BIRD Special! The first 25 to register receive a one-day ticket to experience the FUN of Busch Gardens Williamsburg on either Thursday, March 20 (6-9pm) or Friday, March 22 (1:30-9pm).
*Conference-goers can purchase additional Busch Gardens tickets at a discounted rate of $35. (A $90 value)
See Registration for additional details!
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DEQ is currently developing a statewide Comprehensive Climate Action Plan and wants your input! We’re seeking public feedback from Virginia residents on potential ways to reduce climate pollution across the state. Find out what this means for you and your community, and share your thoughts through DEQ’s Community Survey. Your feedback matters – DEQ will compile and analyze all public input received to better shape a plan that reflects the priorities of Virginia’s communities.
Find all meeting details on the CPRG Calendar, or visit the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) webpage for more information. Questions? Reach out to our team at CPRG@DEQ.Virginia.Gov.
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Visit the DEQ website for comment opportunities on pending enforcement orders and permit actions. The following regulatory actions are available for public comment:
- Proposed VPDES General Permit for Sewage Discharges Less Than or Equal to 1,000 Gallons Per Day (9VAC25-110) - Amendment and Reissuance of Existing Regulation; comment by April 11
- Proposed VPDES General Permit Regulation for Seafood Processing Facilities (9VAC25-115)- Amendment and Reissuance of Existing Regulations; comment by April 11
In addition, there are numerous DEQ meetings and general comment periods where you can stay up to date on topics of interest:
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Roanoke River 3; March 20 at 11 a.m. at Commonwealth Regional Council Office, 200 Heartland Road, Keysville
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Middle James River 2; March 24 at 10 a.m. at Train Station, 414 Washington Street, Altavista
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Middle James River 1; March 25 at 10 a.m. at Albemarle County Office Building, Room 230, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville
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Technical Advisory Committee - Reissuance of four Virginia Water Protection General Permits (rescheduled from Feb. 19); March 25 at 1 p.m. at DEQ Central Office, 1111 East Main Street, Richmond
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Eastern Virginia Groundwater Management Advisory Committee; March 27 at 2 p.m. at DEQ Central Office
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Upper James River 1 and Shenandoah River 1; April 1 at 10 a.m. at BRITE Transit Facility, 51 Ivy Ridge Lane, Fishersville
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Middle James River 3; April 2 at 1 p.m. at Springs Recreation Center, 302 Lee Avenue, Henrico
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Regional Water Supply Plan Kickoff Meeting: Southeast and York & James River 2; April 2 at 1:30 p.m. at Regional Boardroom, 723 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake
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TMDL Community Engagement Meeting - Watershed Cleanup Study for Roanoke River, Tinker Creek, and Wolf Creek; April 2 at 5 p.m. at DEQ Blue Ridge Regional Office Training Room, 901 Russell Drive, Salem
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Cleanup Study for Crooked Run, Stony Creek, and Pughs Run in Shenandoah County; April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Shenandoah County Office Building, 600 North Main Street, Woodstock
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Are you committed to protecting human health and the environment?
Apply for a job at DEQ. Current openings include:
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Executive Assistant (March 24; Richmond)
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Chesapeake Bay Grants Administrator (March 27; Richmond)
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Senior Accountant (March 28; Richmond)
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Air Permit Writer (March 28; Richmond)
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Water Compliance Auditor (March 28; Prince William)
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Business Intelligence/Data Integration Specialist (April 1; Richmond)
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