MDEQ – Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

FOR INDIVIDUALS

Whether you want to learn about composting and recycling at home, check water quality, sign up for our newsletter or attend a public meeting, this is your one-stop resource for information of interest.

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Common Requests

Community Engagement

Public Records Request

Complaint Status

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FOR BUSINESS

MDEQ wants to do business with you. We can help you find the permits you need, assist with compliance, provide a Small Business Technical Assistance Program and ensure your success in helping protect our environment.

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Common Requests

NetDMR

Certification, Licensing & Training

Permits

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FOR GOVERNMENT

Building a relationship with MDEQ is essential when government entities take on infrastructure and development projects. All the appropriate information and access to resources is here for you.

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Common Requests

Grants, Loans, Trust Funds

Brownfields

Solid Waste Assistance Grants

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The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is responsible for protecting the state’s air, land, and water. Our mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of present and future generations of Mississippians by conserving and improving our environment and fostering wise economic growth through focused research and responsible regulation.