The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program helps Nebraskans with low incomes weatherize their homes at no cost. When homes have more insulation, sealed leaks, and more efficient heating and cooling systems, homes become more comfortable and people can save money on their utility bills.

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy will present a joint webinar and panel discussion on the General Construction Storm Water Permit (CSW) on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022, from 10 a.m. to noon. This event is the first of NDEE’s Let’s Talk series for 2022.

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy’s Wastewater Operator Certification Program ensures Nebraska’s wastewater treatment facilities are staffed by properly certified operators as outlined in Title 197 – Rules and Regulations for the Certification of Wastewater Treatment Operators in Nebraska.

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (DWEE), in cooperation with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), has released lead sampling data from its grant program that sampled drinking water in licensed child care facilities, and public preschools and elementary schools across the state.

The lead sampling data can be found on DHHS’s website: https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Lead-Data.aspx.

Over the last few years, the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy has worked to improve its air monitoring network. This air monitoring provides timely updates for all Nebraskans, but the information is especially valuable for those who are sensitive to certain pollutants.

The Nebraska Ambient Air Monitoring Network operates to ensure the state is in compliance with the federal National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). These standards are established for:

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy Director Jim Macy announced Feb. 16 the award of $6,679,007 in grants to support 155 projects across the state. These grants will help fund litter and waste reduction projects, recycling programs, and pay costs for scrap tire cleanups and collections for household hazardous waste, electronic waste, and pharmaceuticals.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy Director Jim Macy announced on Feb. 23, 2022, that the 2021 Nebraska Clean Diesel Program is awarding approximately $1.3 million in rebates to schools, refuse companies and farmers across the state to aid in the replacement of older diesel vehicles and engines.

Rebates were awarded in three project categories:

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy annually distributes millions of dollars in grants that help fund litter and waste reduction projects, recycling programs, scrap tire cleanups and collections for household hazardous waste, electronic waste and pharmaceuticals.

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy has sent invitations to schools across the state seeking students’ entries for the 2023 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” environmental calendar. The contest is open to all Nebraska students from grades K through 12, and the submission deadline is May 2, 2022.

When a petroleum or chemical spill takes place that could pose a hazard to public health or the environment, the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy has trained team members who provide technical and regulatory assistance.

DWEE’s Emergency Response Team is on call 24 hours a day. The team has the ability to respond to and investigate spills. They provide initial assistance to local emergency responders. This team also works closely with local, state and federal agencies involved in the emergency response.