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06/21/2017 10:45 EDT

Mosquito Monitoring, Testing Begins Across Rhode Island; First Group Tested This Season Is Negative For West Nile And EEE

06/20/2017 14:45 EDT

DEM Reminds Public To Avoid Contact With Young Wildlife That Appear Abandoned

Jun 16, 2017

Deadline Extended For Proposals To Help Strengthen Climate Resilience, Improve Water Quality

06/13/2017 11:15 EDT

DEM Plans Controlled Burn At Nicholas Farm In Coventry This Week

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RI FOOD STRATEGY
Read Rhode Island's first-ever statewide food plan at RelishRhody.com
RI GREAT OUTDOORS PURSUIT
Now in its ninth season, the Pursuit offers opportunities for families to enjoy, explore, and learn about nature.
SHELLFISHING WATERS EXPANDED
Restrictions to portions of Upper Narragansett Bay lifted for first time in 70 years
NEW BEACH PAVILION AT LINCOLN WOODS
Partners Cut Ribbon on New Beach Facilities at Lincoln Woods State Park
APPLY TO WORK WITH US!
Help us get ready for summer by staffing our State’s beaches, parks & campgrounds.
IMPLICATIONS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Learn more about the newly released study which looks at integrating climate change considerations into wastewater system planning and design.
ARCADIA NATURAL RESOURCES & VISITORS CENTER
Opening in March 2018, the Center will serve as an important hub for the area’s abundant recreational opportunities.
RI CLEAN DIESEL FUND
The Clean Diesel Fund provides reimbursement grants to companies for the purpose of reducing emissions from heavy-duty vehicles.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) serves as the chief steward of the state’s natural resources – from beautiful Narragansett Bay to our local waters and green spaces to the air we breathe. Our mission put simply is to protect, restore, and promote our environment to ensure Rhode Island remains a wonderful place to live, visit, and raise a family.