DNREC Hosts Parks for Pollinators with Projects to Save Crops and Gardens
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control provides the Parks for Pollinators program to help save the bats, insects, birds and animals that help provide one-third of the food eaten across the globe.
DNREC to Begin Sand Bypass Testing July 14
Beach visitors at Delaware Seashore State Park must stay clear of designated areas around the Indian River Inlet starting Monday, July 14, as testing of the sand bypass system begins. Entering these active work zones during pumping operations is dangerous and strictly prohibited.
Delaware Celebrates $14.3 Million Climate Grant for I-95 Charging Infrastructure
The State of Delaware took a significant step towards a cleaner transportation future today, celebrating its receipt of 14.3 million thanks to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “Climate Pollution Reduction Grant” (CPRG) program. This grant, the result of the Federal Inflation Reduction Act and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, will be used to […]
15 DNREC Programs to Participate in UD’s Annual Coast Day
Fifteen programs spanning seven divisions within the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control are scheduled to participate in the University of Delaware’s annual Coast Day on Sunday, Oct. 6.
DNREC Awards Contract Replace Bancroft Bridge
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced that A-Del Construction of Newark has been awarded the contract for the replacement of the Bancroft Bridge in Alapocas Run State Park. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin Oct. 1 and be completed in April 2025. Replacement of the existing Bancroft Bridge has been one of the DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation’s highest priorities since its emergency closure September 2021 when it was damaged beyond repair due to Hurricane Ida floodwaters.
