Arizona has created a “Real Recyclers of Arizona” series, a parody of the Real Housewives series, educating Arizonians on the value of recycling.
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Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Resources for Public Water Systems
This webpage provides information on public water system testing and the ADEQ PFAS Mitigation Plan related to drinking water to address PFAS MCLs established under the EPA National Primary Drinking…
U.S. EPA Approves Arizona Application to Oversee All Classes of Underground Injection Wells
In June 2025, U.S. EPA signed a final rule approving the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality’s application to oversee the underground injection control (UIC) program for all classes of wells (I-VI) within the state.
ECOS Green Report: Status of State Environmental Agency Budgets, Fiscal Years 2020 to 2023
This Green Report analyzes and discusses state environmental agency budget funding from FY2020-FY2023.
Arizona Takes Steps to Help Prevent Cyber Attacks at Water Facilities
Arizona DEQ developed an educational pamphlet about cybersecurity for inspectors to distribute at drinking water and wastewater facilities.
Arizona Adopts New Aquifer Water Quality Standards
In June 2025, Arizona DEQ announced the approval of new Aquifer Water Quality Standards (AWQS), which update the legal safety limits for pollutants in groundwater.
Arizona Promotes Recycling with Help from the ‘Real Housewives’
In May 2025, Arizona DEQ introduced “The Real Recyclers of Arizona,” a parody reality show in which agency staff shares tips on composting & waste reduction.
Arizona Poised to Earn U.S. EPA Approval to Oversee UIC Wells
In May 2025, the U.S. EPA announced Arizona DEQ is nearing federal approval to oversee Safe Drinking Water Act permitting for all underground injection control (UIC) wells in the state.
Arizona Kicks Off Air Quality Awareness Week with Education Event
On May 3, 2025, Arizona DEQ invited community members to the Arizona Science Center for an exciting day of air quality education.
Arizona Recognized for Permitting, Water Quality, and Recycling Innovations
Four Arizona DEQ projects have garnered recognition as finalists for the 2025 Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Awards.
