Agencies > Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) envisions a Delaware that offers a healthy environment where people embrace a commitment to the protection, enhancement and enjoyment of the environment in their daily lives; where Delawareans’ stewardship of natural resources ensures the sustainability of these resources for the appreciation and enjoyment of future generations; and where people recognize that a healthy environment and a strong economy support one another.
The mission of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is to:
Engage all stakeholders to ensure the wise management, conservation and enhancement of the State’s natural resources;
Protect public health and the environment;
Provide quality outdoor recreation;
Improve the quality of life;
Lead energy policy and climate preparedness;
And educate the public on historic, cultural and natural resource use, requirements and issues.
Primary Contact:
302-739-9902