Delaware's beaches are a major draw in the summertime for people who live in the surrounding areas for vacation and recreational opportunities.

Every year, billions of pounds of trash end up in the world's oceans, even making their way to areas of the earth that are uninhabited by humans.

Delaware is known for having some of the highest-quality beaches in the nation because of our commitment to water cleanliness and shoreline nourishment.

DNREC provides grants for energy efficiency and clean fuel technology, supports energy policy development, and provides coordination and assistance to support sustainable land use and building practices.

Rebates provide incentives for Delaware citizens and businesses to buy or lease new alternative fuel vehicles. The program also works in alignment with Delaware's commitment to innovation in the transportation sector, reducing greenhouse gases, and improving Delaware's air quality.

The Atlantic horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) is a keystone species in the Delaware Bay region, supporting multiple ecosystems and industries important to human health and livelihood.

Recognizing public health, the environment, and the economy as key components in finding solutions to air pollution, DNREC has made significant progress in adopting effective and publicly-acceptable plans for emissions reductions at the lowest costs to the regulated community.

Did you know that any place you stand in the State of Delaware is usually within one mile of a wetland? Approximately 25% of the state today is covered by wetlands, but a lot of wetland area has been lost over time due to land conversion to farms and housing developments, storms, and sea level rise.

Reducing energy consumption at home and in the workplace decreases the cost of the electric bill each month, but it also reduces air and water pollution, as well as greenhouse gas emissions.

Renewable energy comes from natural sources, such as sunlight, wind, water, and geothermal heat. Delaware supports the use of renewable energy by homeowners and businesses through grant funding, incentives, and technical guidance.