MassDEP

Our western regional team attended the Community Networking and Internship Fair at @HolyokeCC. 💼 We empowered students to build meaningful relationships with our team and explore the full range of experiences offered through MassDEP’s Michelle Waters-Ekanem Internship Program.

Anyone can go green today! 🍀Here are a few simple steps to reduce waste and protect our environment: ♻️ Recycle 🚲Walk, Bike, or Use Public Transportation 🐝 Plant a Pollinator Garden 🚫 Say “No” to Single-Use Plastics #StPatricksDay

Today, $200,000 in Water Quality Monitoring Grants have been awarded to five watershed coalitions to support surface water monitoring efforts. The data collected helps us keep our waterbodies safe and vibrant. mass.gov/news/healey-dr…

It’s National Groundwater Awareness Week!💧DYK: Private well water is groundwater! We recommend testing your private well regularly for both naturally occurring and human-made pollutants. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/f… Understand your lab results: bewellinformed.info

The Gap Energy Grant Program helps fill the last “gap” in project financing. Today, $8.7 million in grant funding was announced to help 34 projects reduce energy use, increase energy efficiency and generate renewable energy. mass.gov/news/healey-dr…

MassDEP's Rachel Smith and Brian Walsh joined @ACESEnvironment for the Waste Watchers Workshop in Newburyport. They highlighted state grants, resources, & technical assistance programs available to help cities & towns track & reduce waste. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=TLv7o2…

Eager to connect with future environmental leaders, our team attended @WestfieldState's Job and Internship Fair this week.

Last weekend, MassDEP attended the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions (MACC) Annual Environmental Conference to discuss restoration, habitat, and conditioning projects. Congrats to MassDEP’s Mark Stinson for being recognized as MACC Educator of the Year.

The Clean Water Trust approved $7 million in new low-interest loans and grants at its March Board of Trustees Meeting. Read the press release here: bit.ly/3MU0cCx @MassTreasury @MassDEP #cleanwater #drinkingwater

#HiringNow We are seeking an attorney with substantial legal experience in administrative law, environmental law and litigation to lead the Office of Appeals and Dispute Resolution as Chief Presiding Officer. Learn more and apply at: massanf.taleo.net/careersection/…

On April 15, MassDEP will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grants. Grants range from $3,000 to $10,000 for projects that prevent waste through donation, rescue, reuse, and/or repair. mass.gov/how-to/massdep…

Meet Daniel from Weymouth, MA! Daniel is an experienced public service worker and plans to graduate from @BridgeStateU this year with a degree in biology. Daniel is eager to deepen his understanding of the strategic procedures MassDEP uses to protect and preserve our environment.

ICYMI: “Massachusetts received $75 million from that fund, and in 2025, [MassDEP] approved a plan to spend nearly two-thirds of that funding on new battery-electric buses for Massachusetts transit agencies.” mass.streetsblog.org/2026/02/17/vol…

Shoveling out your fire hydrant? Don’t forget the storm drains near your home or business. Blocked drains filled with snow can lead to serious street and basement flooding. Clearing snow, ice, and debris helps protect your home — and the environment. #WinterStorm #WinterSafety

Note to Municipalities: For Snow Disposal Assistance, please contact: ❄️ Northeast (Woburn): 978-694-3200 ❄️ Southeast (Lakeville): 508-946-2714 ❄️ Central (Worcester): 508-792-7650 ❄️ Western (Springfield): 413-784-1100

Note to Businesses: If no sites appear on the snow disposal map, contact your city or town. Please do not call MassDEP for snow disposal locations. maps.env.state.ma.us/dep/arcgis/js/…

🌨️ MassDEP offers: 🗺️ An online mapping tool to help communities identify snow disposal options 📘 Snow Disposal Guidance that informs steps when locating sites for the disposal of snow to protect of wetlands, drinking water, waterbodies, and public safety mass.gov/guides/snow-di…

The SRF offers cities and towns affordable, low-interest loan options to update aging infrastructure - improving our water supply and drinking water safety. The SRF also helps our local communities comply with federal & state water quality requirements.

MassDEP has released the 2026 Draft Intended Use Plans for the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs today. MassDEP will hold a virtual public hearing on the Draft Intended Use Plans on March 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM. mass.gov/info-details/s…

✏️ Our MassDEP Northeast Regional Office recently hosted a Mid-Year School Supplies Drive to support @c2cboston. After delivering the donations, MassDEP’s Kayla Clarke volunteered at The Giving Factory, where she helped sort supplies & assemble care packages for local families.