This week, DEQ began overseeing the cleanup of the last legacy contamination site in Portland’s downtown reach.
Author Archives: Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
DEQ updates interactive map of Oregon’s water quality
he Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has released the 2019 Oregon Water Quality Index . The index, or OWQI, details water quality assessments at 160 ambient monitoring stations across the state.
Oregon joins 14 states and DC in effort to speed up truck and bus electrification
“Oregonians have been leading the way in adopting electric cars to lower emissions,” said Gov. Kate Brown. “Electrifying trucks, buses and delivery vehicles is the next logical step in cutting emissions, improving air quality and fighting climate change.”
Repair, Reuse, Relax – DEQ staff protects the environment one foot of lumber at a time
“It started innocently enough with pressure washing the deck. This seemingly benign activity showed that the deck needed a lot of repair.” -Rebecca Wells-Albers My husband and I have been working on a deck rebuild at our house in the evenings and weekends since April (note that we are reluctant but willing Do-It-Yourselfers). We usuallyContinue reading “Repair, Reuse, Relax – DEQ staff protects the environment one foot of lumber at a time”
DEQ vehicle inspection staff handle record visits
DEQ vehicle inspection stations reopened to record-setting crowds, and began processing a big backlog.
DEQ awarded $215K grant to monitor health of Oregon’s beaches
“I’m pleased that this grant funding is making its way to our state so we can monitor the quality of our waters, promote safety, and support this special Oregon tradition.” U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley
Refuse and Recycling during COVID-19
Refuse and recycling workers continue to support the health and well-being of communities across Oregon.
The Sacrifice Feels Shared
“We’re receiving about double our normal supplies these days – we saw about two million pounds of food donations come through last week,” says Steven Castro, who receives and logs donations at the Oregon Food Bank. “But these supplies go right out the door just as soon as they come in.”
Environmental Injustice
Oregon DEQ will continue to oppose federal rollbacks of environmental regulations.
Patience requested as vehicle inspection stations reopen in Medford and some Portland-Metro area locations
Great news! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is reopening many of its vehicle inspection stations this week. Today, the Medford-Ashland station will begin offering inspection services; while the Clackamas, Sherwood and Hillsboro/Sunset stations will reopen tomorrow, June 16; and the Scappoose station will reopen on Friday, June 19. The agency asks the public forContinue reading “Patience requested as vehicle inspection stations reopen in Medford and some Portland-Metro area locations”