Nov. 8, 2013 -- The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) has scheduled an outreach meeting/conference call on November 25, 2013 to seek stakeholder input on proposed amendments to three sets of waste regulations. The proposed revisions are designed to make waste regulations consistent with statutory language passed by the Nebraska Legislature in 2013. The drafts to be discussed are proposed revisions to:

Title 128-Nebraska Hazardous Waste Regulations
Title 132-Integrated Solid Waste Management Regulations

Nov. 18, 2013 --The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality has received numerous applications from Nebraska schools that are seeking funding to replace older school buses with new buses that have certified cleaner burning engines. This funding is made possible by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s State Clean Diesel Grant program.

Nov. 22, 2013 --The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality announced the selection of three Nebraska schools that will receive Clean Diesel reimbursements. The reimbursements will be used to help the schools replace older school buses with new buses that have certified cleaner-burning engines. This funding is made possible by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s State Clean Diesel Grant program.

January 2, 2014 -- NDEQ is providing a web-based, electronic version of reporting for those businesses that are required to submit Tier II reports in accordance with the federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, also known SARA Title III. The deadline for submission is March 1, 2014.

Jan. 2, 2014 – The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) has created a new online application process for those applying for Waste Reduction and Recycling Incentive grants. The deadline for filing applications for 2014 has been extended to 11:59 p.m. February 15, 2014. Below is a link to the new application process:

Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant Application and Instructions

February 12, 2014 -- A course titled “Light Nonaqueous-Phase Liquids: Science, Management and Technology” is being offered to those who are involved in the assessment and cleanup of petroleum facilities. The two-day training course will be held April 1 and 2, 2014 at the InterContinental at the Plaza hotel in Kansas City, Missouri. The training is hosted by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment through the Interstate Technology Regulatory Council.

What’s the course about?

Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality Acting Director Pat Rice has announced the awarding of $2,006,707 in 51 grants for litter cleanup, recycling, and public education programs and activities. Funds for the Litter Reduction and Recycling Grant Program are generated from a fee charged to certain manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of products that commonly contribute to litter. The program has been providing grants annually since 1979.

Submission deadline April 12
 

April 1, 2014 – The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality has scheduled the annual Environmental Update in Lincoln on May 15, 2014 at the Country Inn and Suites, Beacon Hill, 5353 N. 27th Street, Lincoln. Representatives from businesses and industries are invited to attend, ask questions, pick up new information, and provide feedback. Registration begins at 8:00 am.

This year, the presentations will focus on various Nebraska and EPA regulations and requirements, including:
 

May 23, 2014 -- The Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) intends to propose regulation changes later this year concerning the management and disposal of solvent-contaminated shop wipes, such as reusable shop towels, rags, disposable wipes and paper towels. NDEQ has scheduled a public outreach meeting from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at NDEQ’s offices at 1200 N St., Lincoln. The purpose of the meeting will be to explain the concept of the proposed changes and to invite public input.