North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Works to protect and improve outdoor, or ambient, air quality in North Carolina.

"Seeks to promote the wise use and protection of NC's land and geologic resources."

"Helps expand the use of sustainable practices regarding waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation and emissions reductions."

Works to protect, conserve and manage NC's coastal resources...

This division, "provides financial assistance for projects that improve water quality."

"This division is responsible for the stewardship of the state's marine and estuarine resources..."

Works to ensure safe drinking water for the state of North Carolina...

Works to "restore and protect wetlands and waterways for future generations..."

Works to ensure that "solid and hazardous wastes and underground storage tanks are managed properly...."