Environmental guide for citizens, business, and industry

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The Department of Environmental Quality is dedicated to protecting Virginia's environment and promoting the health and well-being of the citizens of the Commonwealth. We accomplish this by planning and implementing environmental programs, and by resolving issues efficiently, openly, fairly and consistently.

Partnerships and public participation are essential for the successful management of Virginia's natural resources. To accomplish this mission, it is imperative for DEQ to maintain a consistent and cooperative working relationship with the citizens of the Commonwealth.

DEQ, in cooperation with the Virginia Marine Resources Commission and the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, has produced this comprehensive guide to environmental programs. It is intended to give a convenient, concise source of basic information on state environmental programs to the general public, company owners, plant operators and local economic development officials. The focus is on actions to be taken before an individual or company constructs or starts up a facility or process that will result in emissions to the air, water or land.

Comments about this guide and suggestions for improving it are welcome.

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