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Utah Department of Environmental Quality employee cleaning garbage from the Jordan River

Earth Day

For Earth Day 2026, over 80 DEQ employees partnered with the Jordan River Commission to remove 1,940 pounds of garbage from the Jordan River and created cleanup kits for the community.

Utah Delicate Arch

Strategic Plan

From the Utah Department of Environmental Quality’s inception in 1991, strategic planning has always been part of the management decision-making process.

The DEQ Building in Salt Lake City

About

Learn how Utah's Department of Environmental Quality works to safeguard the health and prosperity of Utah's residents by protecting our state's air, land, and water.

Check conditions near you

Check air quality

See current air conditions and forecasts for your area.

Check water conditions

Check levels of harmful algae and E. coli in waterbodies.

Maps

Data & reports

Permits & businesses

Do I need a permit?

Find out whether your activity needs any air, water, or waste permits.

Find & apply for a permit

Search by activity, division, or permit type and start your application.

Pay fees & invoices

Go to the DEQ payment portal to pay for permits and penalties.

Small business assistance

Get one‑on‑one help if you’re not sure what you need.

Report & participate

Report an environmental problem

Report spills, smoke, water issues, or other environmental concerns.

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Waste Management & Radiation Control

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Environmental Response & Remediation

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