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Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD)

The Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) is a part of the U.S. Department of Justice. Its main role is to enforce environmental laws and protect natural resources. This includes ensuring compliance with laws like the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. ENRD works to hold violators accountable, sue polluters, and defend federal environmental regulations in court. They also promote the conservation of public lands and natural resources, aiming to safeguard the environment for current and future generations while balancing economic interests.