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Our mission is to protect and restore the environment and to foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. We implement our mission guided by four tenets:
Using the best available science to inform our decision-making in protecting public health and the environment.
Employing creative engineering and technological solutions to address environmental challenges.
Engaging communities and interested stakeholders in environmental decision-making outcomes.
Ensuring meaningful compliance with state regulations and permits; leveling the playing field through enforcement.
NMED does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age or sex in the administration of its programs or activities. To learn more or to file a complaint, visit our complaint page.
El Departamento de Medio Ambiente de Nuevo México (NMED, por su sigla en inglés) no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, discapacidad, edad o sexo en la administración de sus programas o actividades. Para obtener más información o para presentar una queja visite nuestra página de quejas.
The Tribal Liaison coordinates and oversees agency activities that may impact New Mexico’s tribes, nations and pueblos.
Border Liaison: the States of New Mexico and Chihuahua have many ways we work together and communicate on environmental media in the Border Area.
May 12, 2025
Comments and Testimony
May 5, 2025
Environmental Council of States letter to Environmental Protection Agency regarding discretionary funding recommendations
April 23, 2025
Waters of the United States – Docket #EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0093
April 23, 2025
Summary of clean car and clean truck Requirements and incentives
April 10, 2025
Secretary Kenney testimony to the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, & Related Agencies on behalf of the Environmental Council of the States
March 18, 2025
Letter from Secretary Kenney to Alliance for Automotive Innovation on ACC2 Compliance
Alliance for Automotive Innovation letter to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
Happening Now
60-day Public Comment Period: Proposed Occupational Heat Illness and Injury Prevention Rule
30-day Public Comment Period: Northwind Midstream Partners LLC-Titan Treater Plant No2 Air Quality Construction Permit Application 10520
30-day Public Comment Period: El Paso Natural Gas Company, LLC-Bluewater Compressor Station Air Quality Construction Permit Application 3004M2
The 30-day comment period is open for this permit application. Visit the NMED website www.env.nm.gov and look for the Public Participation menu in the top right. Click Public Notices and look under McKinley County to see documents related to this permitting application. Click Public Comment Portal on the Public Participation menu to submit comments or use the link below.
Large Entity Reporting Requirement Office Hours
If your company or agency operates medium- or heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) in New Mexico, you may be required to submit a one-time fleet report by July 31, 2025, under the LERR.
Join NMED for office hours to ask questions about the reporting form or the LERR.
Meeting ID: 265 895 387 681 0
Passcode: bY3BB7QF
Water Quality Control Commission Monthly Meeting and hearing on WQCC 24-65 (R) - LANL Upper Sandia Canyon
Public Notice
Meeting Notice
Agenda
Meeting link: nmed-oit.webex.com…
Meeting number: 2865 937 4595
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NM Climate Action Plan Electricity Sector Virtual Community Conversation
Please register to attend a community conversation about one or more of the sector(s) that matter to you. All meetings will be held from 5:30-7:30PM.
5/13: Electricity Sector
5/15: Industry Sector
5/27: Transportation Sector
5/29: Agriculture, Forests, and Wilderness Sector
6/3: Buildings Sector/ Waste and Materials Sector
The Climate Action Plan will provide an actionable roadmap for New Mexico to meet its climate pollution reduction targets. These targets are essential to ensure a healthy, secure, and prosperous future for all New Mexicans. These community conversations will help State staff incorporate priorities and ideas from New Mexicans to strengthen planning.
Please RSVP for the meetings you would like to attend here: www.surveymonkey.com….
A Zoom link and calendar invite will be sent to registrants.
Water Quality Control Commission Monthly Meeting and hearing on WQCC 24-65 (R) - LANL Upper Sandia Canyon
Public Notice
Meeting Notice
Agenda
Meeting link: nmed-oit.webex.com…
Meeting number: 2865 937 4595
Password: Mp7vveqfN63
Join by phone
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Access code: 2865 937 4595
AI in Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery
UOCAB Meeting
Agenda
Meeting link: nmed-oit.webex.com…
Meeting number: 2630 208 8742
Password: DmAb3aJ3AH3
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
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Access code: 2630 208 8742
GCD's Disaster Preparedness Training
“How prepared are you to work with the disability community in the event of a disaster?” is the theme of
the event, but everyone who lives in any area prone to natural disasters or man-made disasters (in other words, EVERYWHERE) could benefit from this program.
If you are an emergency manager, first responder, medical professional, shelter personnel, veterinarian, animal caretaker, person with a disability, service provider to the disability community or an interested community member this free training is for you!
Please share with your contacts.
Reservation is encouraged, as there is a 75-seat limit.
Please reserve your spot or request accommodation by sending an email to Lisa McNiven, Deputy Director at Lisa.mcniven@gcd.nm.gov
Call if you have questions at 505-435-9326
LCRI Compliance: What's Included and How To Start Preparing
We will be entering everyone who registers and is a member of their state association or NRWA as a rural water member for a chance to win an all-inclusive trip for two to the WaterPro Conference in New Orleans! The winner will be drawn live during this webinar.
NM Climate Action Plan Industry Sector Virtual Community Conversation
Please register to attend a community conversation about one or more of the sector(s) that matter to you. All meetings will be held from 5:30-7:30PM.
5/13: Electricity Sector
5/15: Industry Sector
5/27: Transportation Sector
5/29: Agriculture, Forests, and Wilderness Sector
6/3: Buildings Sector/ Waste and Materials Sector
The Climate Action Plan will provide an actionable roadmap for New Mexico to meet its climate pollution reduction targets. These targets are essential to ensure a healthy, secure, and prosperous future for all New Mexicans. These community conversations will help State staff incorporate priorities and ideas from New Mexicans to strengthen planning.
Please RSVP for the meetings you would like to attend here: www.surveymonkey.com….
A Zoom link and calendar invite will be sent to registrants.
St. Anne Feast Day: Santa Ana Pueblo
Hearing before the Secretary: GWQB 24-69 (P) - Bishop's Lodge DP-75
Public Notice
Join link:
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Webinar number:
2865 036 6565
Webinar password:
BL-Public (25078254 when dialing from a phone or video system)
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Access code: 286 503 66565
Large Entity Reporting Requirement Office Hours
If your company or agency operates medium- or heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) in New Mexico, you may be required to submit a one-time fleet report by July 31, 2025, under the LERR.
Join NMED for office hours to ask questions about the reporting form or the LERR.
Meeting ID: 265 895 387 681 0
Passcode: bY3BB7QF
Hearing before the Secretary: GWQB 24-69 (P) - Bishop's Lodge DP-75
Public Notice
Join link:
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Webinar number:
2864 494 0288
Webinar password:
BL-Public (25078254 when dialing from a phone or video system)
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Access code: 286 449 40288
Accelerating Industry Workforce Development
Speakers include National Rural Water Association Apprenticeship Project Manager Amber Jackson
Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring association executives who will share their proven strategies and innovative mindsets for developing impactful workforce initiatives. Our expert panelists bring diverse perspectives across sectors.
What You'll Gain:
Game-changing strategies to anticipate workforce needs and position your association as the go-to industry resource
Key insights for incorporating workforce development into your strategic plan
Innovative approaches to elevate both members and non-members in their professional journeys
This webinar will equip association leaders with practical techniques and strategic approaches to effectively support workforce development within their industries, create meaningful partnerships, and drive positive change through education and training initiatives.
Funding Resources: Lead Service Line Replacement and Emerging Contaminants
(Keelan Baldwin, EPA Office of Water) The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF)—a federal-state partnership between EPA and states—can help communities improve their drinking water infrastructure by replacing lead service lines (LSLs) and reducing exposure to emerging contaminants, including PFAS. The Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (IIJA) provides $15 billion in funding specifically for replacing LSLs and $4 billion to address emerging contaminants in drinking water. IIJA provides an additional $11.7 billion in general-purpose funding through the DWSRF, which can also be used for lead pipe replacement, emerging contaminants, or other drinking water infrastructure projects. This presentation will provide an overview of the DWSRF, discuss borrower and project eligibilities for LSL identification and replacement, and cover eligibilities for emerging contaminants in drinking water.
Grant Funding for Public Water Systems to Address Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (Lida Daly, EPA Office of Water) The Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) grant program appropriated $5 billion of non-competitive funding awards over five years for states, territories, and Tribes to improve drinking water quality. The grants empower them to better support their eligible communities in addressing emerging contaminants, including PFAS. This presentation will provide an overview of the EC-SDC grant program, including project and community eligibilities and examples
Hearing before the Secretary: DWB 24-62 (CO) - Village of Chama
Public Notice
WebEx Link:
https://nmed-oit.webex.com/nmed-oit/j.php?MTID=m591c44db3cc7e8edf22daff61d0bd808
Meeting number: 2868 835 4225
Password: hkPjWjA8x24
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Access code: 286 883 54225