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The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) serves as the chief steward of the state’s natural resources – from beautiful Narragansett Bay to our local waters and green spaces to the air we breathe. Our mission put simply is to protect, restore, and promote our environment to ensure Rhode Island remains a wonderful place to live, visit, and raise a family.

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DEM Announces That State Lifeguard Certification Testing Begins This Weekend

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing that state lifeguard certification testing begins this weekend. ...

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DEM Issues Draft Impaired Waters List And Opens Public Comment Period, Hosting May 22 Workshop To Discuss Findings Of Statewide Water Quality Assessment And TMDL Presentation

Monday, May 13, 2024

PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is soliciting comments on the state’s Impaired Waters List and will hold a virtual publ ...

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Rhode Islanders Reminded to Be Prepared for Harmful Algae Blooms this Summer and to Avoid Contact with Little Beach at Slack’s Reservoir in Smithfield

Thursday, May 09, 2024

With recreational activities on the state’s lakes, ponds, and rivers set to increase in the coming weeks, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Envi ...

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