Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is a government agency responsible for protecting and improving Virginia’s environment. It oversees issues like air and water quality, land conservation, waste management, and pollution control. The DEQ develops and enforces environmental regulations to ensure a healthy environment for residents, ecosystems, and future generations. It also monitors environmental conditions, issues permits for industries, and collaborates with communities, businesses, and other agencies to address environmental challenges throughout the state.