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Q&A: TCEQ toxicologists address proposed ethylene oxide limit
Sept. 3, 2019 – Agency accepting comments until Sept. 26 on change
Researchers learn about balloon-borne ozone sampling
May 30, 2019 - Personnel from four different universities and TCEQ took part in launching a balloon equipped with an ozonesonde, which measures ozone in the atmosphere and transmits data back to researchers on the ground.
2019 Trade Fair by the numbers
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - Over 5,000 Trade Fair registered attendees
Reducing air pollution from mobile sources
March 14, 2019 - $5 million available to qualifying small businesses
TCEQ offers Texans bilingual environmental resources
Jan. 29, 2019 - Information available for download or ordering
It’s time for some Spring cleaning
Jan. 24, 2019 - Tire collection events offer opportunity to dispose of scrap tires
TCEQ’s biennial report delivered to state Capitol
Monday, Dec. 7, 2018
Mary Smith named new general counsel
Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 - Experienced attorney to advise commissioners in the new year
Small steps in lawn irrigation systems can prevent big problems
Nov. 1, 2018 - Protect the water supply and save money by preventing backflow.
Austin Boil Water Notice update
The TCEQ is posting updates to keep the public informed about the drinking water situation in Austin.
First annual Autumn Environmental Conference is a success
Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018
TCEQ executive director digs in for cleaner air
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 - Baker joins in celebration of progress on grant project
TCEQ aids federal and local authorities
Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 - Disaster averted
Texas Clean School Bus Program awards grants to replace school buses
Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 - Getting dirty buses off the road in Texas
Three organizations benefit from large environmental fine
Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018 - More than $453,000 to be used for three different environmental projects.
TCEQ commissioners approve amended wastewater rule for dental offices
July 2, 2018 - Reducing discharge of mercury and other metals
Public water systems sending out consumer confidence reports
June 26, 2018 - It’s easy to take for granted the massive defense system protecting the vast majority of Texans.
Upgrade, save money, and help keep our air clean
May 30, 2018 - Up to $5,000 and $2,500 incentives for purchase or lease of eligible vehicles
Reducing the threat of catastrophic wildfires
May 8, 2018 - Amendments and new rules enhance safety
TCEQ offers new water reuse guide for homeowners
April 18, 2018 - Keep your lawn and garden lush without wasting resources
TCEQ offers webinar to assist applicants in grant process
March 27, 2018 - Register for webinar to learn more.
TCEQ releases names of 2018 TEEA winners
March 6, 2017 - Nine winners have been chosen to receive the coveted Texas Environmental Excellence Award and will be recognized at the TEEA banquet on May 16.
New technology grant funds available for electricity storage
Feb. 21, 2018 - TCEQ’s New Technology Implementation Grant Program is helping Texas become a leader in new technologies that reduce emissions from facilities and other stationary sources and creating new businesses and industry.
Take Care of Texas Announces Video Contest Winners
Feb. 20, 2018 - First place winners are Shelby Doroshow, Royse City High School, Royse City and Alexis Wragg, Talkington School for Young Women Leaders, Lubbock
Commission approves TMDL and implementation plan for Tres Palacios Creek segment
Jan. 26, 2018 - A plan approved by commissioners this week is designed to reduce bacteria in Tres Palacios Creek, which flows into Matagorda Bay.
Summer internship sponsors growing future leaders
Jan. 10, 2018 - Public and private-sector organizations invited to participate
Texas Emissions Reduction Plan grant funds still available
Dec. 28, 2017 - Six million for constructing or expanding natural gas and alternative fueling facilities and nine million dollars set aside for applicants hit by Harvey
TCEQ spearheads partnership collecting air quality data from Ciudad Juárez
Nov. 27, 2017 – Factors that affect air quality know no borders. That’s why it is so important that Ciudad Juárez officials are now operating and maintaining air quality monitors across the border from El Paso. Data for the past three months indicate that air quality for ozone and carbon monoxide are at levels protecting public health and the environment--comparable to air quality in El Paso.
TCEQ commissioners appoint members to Galveston Bay Council
Nov. 15, 2017 – The Galveston Bay Estuary Program works to preserve Galveston Bay by coordinating and implementing the Galveston Bay Plan, which is developed by consensus of interested parties and grounded in scientific research.
Watermaster decision goes before commission
UPDATE: Nov. 15, 2017 - At today's commission meeting, TCEQ commissioners decided not to establish any new watermaster programs in the below-mentioned river basins.
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