Georgia Programs
Department of Community Affairs
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs coordinates state and local efforts aimed at reducing the impact Georgians have on our land, water and air. Our educational and resource programs encourage water and energy conservation, increase awareness of health issues such as indoor air quality, and promote solid waste reduction efforts like recycling and home composting.
Phone: (404)679-4940
Website:http://www.dca.state.ga.us/development/EnvironmentalManagement/index.asp
Department of Natural Resources: Coastal Division
The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) has primary responsibility for managing Georgia’s marshes, beaches, and marine fishery resources. Based in Brunswick, the division administers permitting programs under the Coastal Marshlands Protection Act and Shore Protection Act and has primary responsibility for implementing the Protection of Tidewater/Right of Passage Acts.
Phone: (912)264-7218
Website: http://crd.dnr.state.ga.us
Department of Natural Resources: Environmental Protection
The Environmental Protection Division (EPD) protects Georgia’s air, land and water resources through the authority of state and federal environmental statutes. These laws regulate public and private facilities in the areas of air quality, water quality, hazardous waste, water supply, solid waste, surface mining, underground storage tanks, and others. EPD issues and enforces all state permits in these areas and has full delegation for federal environmental permits except Section 404 (wetland) permits.
Phone: (404)656-4713
Website: http://www.dnr.state.ga.us/dnr/environ/
Department of Natural Resources: Water Conservation
The mission of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Water Conservation Program is to promote the long-term efficient use of Georgia’s water resources throughout the state.
Website: http://www.conservewatergeorgia.net
Department of Natural Resources: Wildlife Resources Division
The Wildlife Resources Division is responsible for regulating and managing Georgia’s wildlife resources. It issues fishing and hunting licenses and oversees boat registration. Other programs include the Natural Heritage Program and the Non-Game Endangered Wildlife Program.
Phone: (770)918-6401
Website: http://georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us
Environmental Contact Numbers
For a complete, issue-referenced list of who to call for a whole array of environmental problems look here at EPD’s Quick-Look guide or call the EPD Customer Assistance Program at 1-888-373-5947
Phone: (888)373-5947
Website: http://www.dnr.state.ga.us/dnr/environ/aboutepd_files/contacts.htm
Georgia Water Wise Council
The Georgia Water Wise council is a partnership of government, education, business and citizen entities with the purpose of promoting water conservation education programs. The Council offers educational workshops and educational materials, including the Georgia Xeriscape Guide and the Water Sourcebook for students.
Website: http://www.gwwc.org
The Clean Air Campaign
The Clean Air Campaign is a nonprofit organization that works to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality in Georgia. It provides programs and services to commuters, employers and schools, including: financial incentives to encourage clean commuting; worksite program development; Smog Alert notifications; and air quality lesson plans for grades 4-8. For more information, call 1-877-CLEANAIR or visit www.cleanaircampaign.com
Phone: (404)817-7762
Website: http://www.cleanaircampaign.com
The Environmental Education Alliance of Georgia
The Environmental Education Alliance of Georgia (EEA) is a professional education and networking association. Its mission is to serve as a self-governed, non-profit organization that promotes communication and education among professionals in the field of environmental education. As an affiliate of the North American Association for Environmental Education, EEA works to promote environmental education by providing opportunities for member organizations, schools, and the general public to get involved through the annual EEA conference, member newsletter, environmental events posted on its website, and teacher resource directory. To learn more about EEA, its member organizations and environmental events you can participate by visiting their site at www.eealliance.org.
Website: http://www.eealliance.org
