Press Release
State Lab provides status update of its review of chemistry program
Denver (Feb. 20, 2025) —The state public health laboratory is providing a status update of phase two of its internal review of past test results in the chemistry program. The review was conducted out of an abundance of caution to identify any additional variances in data and quality control practices. In the latest batch of reviews, staff have identified errors in a small subset of tests, as described below. The findings could be the result of data manipulation and/or failure of review protocols.
Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise awards $11.2M grant to increase the reuse of waste tires across the state
The Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise has awarded a multi-year $11.2 million grant to Pretred, a Colorado company that makes barriers out of waste tires.
Get Ahead Colorado campaign texts Coloradans to connect them to free tax support
CDPHE’s Get Ahead Colorado campaign will send text messages to connect Coloradans to free tax support!
Get Ahead Colorado helps families claim valuable tax credits
Tax season is here, and many Colorado families could get thousands of dollars back on their taxes!
CDPHE’s Colorado Green Business Network to hold kickoff event encouraging businesses to apply to join network by June 30
The Colorado Green Business Network is inviting Colorado businesses to join an upcoming kickoff event!
CDPHE to send reminder texts and emails about MMR vaccine to parents and guardians
Stay up-to-date on routine vaccines to keep Colorado communities safe and healthy.
CDPHE and EPA partner to strengthen civil rights in Colorado
Denver, CO—Today, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announce the signing of an Informal Resolution Agreement under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other civil rights statutes. The agreement is the result of a collaborative effort to enhance civil rights and transparency in Colorado’s air permitting program.
Colorado takes action towards reducing pollution from air toxics
Air Quality Control Commission adopts rule prioritizing five air toxics
Colorado updates vehicle emissions testing programs for extra convenience and to further protect air quality
Colorado Air Quality Control Commission has approved two key updates to the state’s vehicle emissions testing program.