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  Category: Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control


Delawareans Can Buy Discounted Compost Bins Online Through State-Initiated Program

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | News | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024

Composting food scraps along with yard waste reduces waste going to Delaware’s landfills and produces organic material that can be used to enrich garden soil. DNREC is encouraging residents to try composting by promoting a community sale of compost bins online. Through strategic bulk purchasing, DNREC is able to offer compost bins, rain barrels and accessories at reduced prices, just in time for International Composting Awareness Week, May 6 to 12.




DNREC, City of Wilmington Unveil Revamped 7th Street Boating and Fishing Access Area

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | New Castle County | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 3, 2024

The 7th Street Boating and Fishing Area on the Christina River has officially reopened to Wilmington’s Eastside community, with DNREC, in partnership with the city, celebrating the $2.9 million project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in John Barbiarz Park, where the popular facility is located.




Nominate a Young Environmentalist for DNREC Awards

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 2, 2024

DNREC is calling for nominations for its 2024 Young Environmentalist of the Year Awards. The awards program recognizes Delaware students who have shown a commitment to environmental advocacy and conservation efforts. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, June 28, 2024.




Delaware Expands Electric Vehicle Rebates to Include Used Models Starting May 1

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy | News | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Starting May 1, Delaware will expand its Clean Transportation Incentive Program to include rebates for used plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles.




DNREC Reopens Mulberry Landing Boat Ramp After Parking Lot Expansion

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Monday, April 29, 2024

After extensive renovation and upgrading, DNREC has reopened the Mulberry Landing Boat Ramp within the Assawoman Wildlife Area near Bethany Beach.







  Category: Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control

Delawareans Can Buy Discounted Compost Bins Online Through State-Initiated Program

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | News | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024

Composting food scraps along with yard waste reduces waste going to Delaware’s landfills and produces organic material that can be used to enrich garden soil. DNREC is encouraging residents to try composting by promoting a community sale of compost bins online. Through strategic bulk purchasing, DNREC is able to offer compost bins, rain barrels and accessories at reduced prices, just in time for International Composting Awareness Week, May 6 to 12.




DNREC, City of Wilmington Unveil Revamped 7th Street Boating and Fishing Access Area

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | New Castle County | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 3, 2024

The 7th Street Boating and Fishing Area on the Christina River has officially reopened to Wilmington’s Eastside community, with DNREC, in partnership with the city, celebrating the $2.9 million project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in John Barbiarz Park, where the popular facility is located.




Nominate a Young Environmentalist for DNREC Awards

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 2, 2024

DNREC is calling for nominations for its 2024 Young Environmentalist of the Year Awards. The awards program recognizes Delaware students who have shown a commitment to environmental advocacy and conservation efforts. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, June 28, 2024.




Delaware Expands Electric Vehicle Rebates to Include Used Models Starting May 1

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy | News | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Starting May 1, Delaware will expand its Clean Transportation Incentive Program to include rebates for used plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles.




DNREC Reopens Mulberry Landing Boat Ramp After Parking Lot Expansion

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Monday, April 29, 2024

After extensive renovation and upgrading, DNREC has reopened the Mulberry Landing Boat Ramp within the Assawoman Wildlife Area near Bethany Beach.