This Green Report analyzes and discusses state environmental agency budget funding from FY2020-FY2023.
Arizona
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.
Arizona Hails U.S. EPA Approval of Air Force Plan on PFAS
In October 2024, the Arizona DEQ celebrated U.S. EPA’s approval of a U.S. Air Force (USAF) plan to protect Arizonans who live near USAF facilities at the Tucson International Airport Area Superfund Site.
Arizona Produces Videos to Spread the Word on Green Practices & Permitting
In October 2024, Arizona DEQ created a video parodying the cult classic film “Halloween,” to share recycling tips and an infographic on common recycling contaminants.
State Innovation Video 2024: Arizona Community Science Program
Arizona’s Community Science Program empowers Arizonans to protect the environment by getting volunteers to contribute to the science, from testing water quality to monitoring air and cleaning up trash.
