The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) says it’s time to ditch go-to gifts like fuzzy socks, gift cards, and plastic toys and replace them with more sustainable ones that…
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Texas Launches New Process to Engage Public under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has kicked off a new process to engage Texans in public participation to meet Title VI requirements of the Civil Rights Act. Title…
Texas Expands Lead Testing in Schools and Childcare Facilities with New Online Portal
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is expanding its free statewide Lead Testing in School and Child Care program with a new self-guided and self-paced portal to help eligible…
COVID-19 Waste Disposal Guidance
Relevant to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s (TCEQ) responsibilities associated with the State’s Biological Hazards Annex, the agency prepared regulatory guidance regarding the transportation, treatment and disposal of COVID-19…
Texas Spreads the Word on Water Conservation in Tips Video
Water is a vital natural resource in the State of Texas. If your state experiences drought conditions or hopes to spread awareness on the value of water conservation, feel free…
Texas to Form Advisory Group on EV Battery Reuse & Recycling
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced the formation of an Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Reuse & Recycling Advisory Group to provide recommendations for legislation, policies, and practices…
Texas Video Features Everyday People Making a Difference
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality produces videos to spread the word about conserving water, keeping the air and water clean, and reducing waste. Usually, the agency has a celebrity…
States Celebrate Earth Day with Parties, Podcasts, Pledges, & More
Happy Earth Day! Of course, every day is Earth Day at the state environmental agencies, but on April 22 each year, states mark the occasion by bringing key accomplishments and…
Texas Recycling Seen as Major Economic Boon
According to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the recycled material supply chain is an important and growing piece of the Texas economy. TCEQ’s recently published Recycling Market Development…
Texas Sheds Light on Value of Extended Air Monitoring following Emergencies
A new report by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) examining several high-profile emergency events, including Hurricane Laura and Winter Storm Uri, suggests that wide-scale regional deployment of agency…
