CDPHE launches new online tools for easier access to information about air permits and inspections
The CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division has launched two new tools as part of its data access initiative.
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Radon causes lung cancer: test your home
CDPHE offers free test kits as well as low-income mitigation assistance.
CDPHE temporarily suspends water testing in the State Laboratory’s chemistry program
Denver (December 23, 2024) — On December 20, as part of the ongoing investigation into quality assurance processes within the State Laboratory’s water testing program, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment identified that a second chemist had manipulated quality control data, contributing to the lapses in method 200.7, which tests for certain metals in water. The Laboratory Director promptly placed the chemist on administrative leave. As a precautionary measure, CDPHE has temporarily suspended water testing in the chemistry program at the State Laboratory.
Colorado adopts nation-leading standard to cut greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas
The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission adopted a groundbreaking new rule aimed at significantly further reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the state’s oil and gas industry.
CDPHE investigating air quality issue at Platte River Biogas, LLC in Weld County
Denver (Dec. 20, 2024) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is investigating an air quality issue at the Platte River Biogas, LLC facility in LaSalle. The facility processes manure into renewable gas.
CDPHE has received reports of odors, and recent air monitoring has detected elevated levels of hydrogen sulfide onsite.
CDPHE announces student winners of statewide radon poster and video contest
Students from across Colorado took top honors in this year’s annual radon awareness poster and video contest.
CDPHE reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act
Safe Drinking Water Act turns 50, marking a half-century commitment to safeguarding drinking water for Colorado’s residents and visitors.
State health department seeks input on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from Colorado landfills
CDPHE's Air Pollution Control Division is starting public meetings focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from municipal solid waste landfills.
Governor Polis proclaims Dec. 2-6 Wastewater Utility Appreciation Week
Proclamation recognizes utilities’ contributions to monitoring system and public health.
Keep the holidays happy, healthy, and delicious: your food safety cheat sheet!
Denver (Nov. 18, 2024): This holiday season, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has a recipe for success: “Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill.” These four simple food safety tips are your secret ingredients for keeping the holidays merry, bright—and free of foodborne illness.