General Info

The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is the leading agency for the preservation and protection of North Carolina's natural resources. It administers regulatory programs designed to protect air and water quality and the public's health. The agency also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments and the public, as well as encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at its facilities and through the state's school system. The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources maintains a natural resource division that works to protect fish, wildlife and wilderness areas. With an office in Winston Salem, N.C., it undertakes a variety of activities that includes helping to make sure that drinking water is safe and managing state parks and forests for safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation experiences.