Environmental Protection
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DNR Issues PFAS Monitoring General Permit For Biosolids
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today issued the new “PFAS Monitoring for Sewage Sludge (Biosolids) Generators” general permit (WI-0012345-0) to meet the requirements of s. 283.82(4), Wis. Stats. This general permit will require that facilities spreading biosolids monitor and report PFAS concentrations. A general permit is a pre-issued authorization that allows a category of similar activities to proceed without requiring individual permits.
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DNR Celebrates 75 Years Of State Natural Areas
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program, the oldest and largest of its kind in the country. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with over 60 partners, cares for nearly 700 sites that protect outstanding examples of Wisconsin's native landscape of natural communities, significant geological formations and archeological sites.
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Help Butterflies, Bees And Other Pollinators During Pollinator Week
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help native pollinators during Pollinator Week, June 22-28, and year-round with a few simple lawn care habits, volunteering and supporting the Endangered Resources Fund.
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New Round Goby Emergency Rule In Effect On The Winnebago System
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) recently approved an emergency Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) rule regarding the capture and take of the invasive round goby in the Winnebago System.
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Inland Label & Marketing Services, LLC – Neenah Joins DNR’s Green Tier Program
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Inland Label & Marketing Services, LCC – Neenah, WI (Inland) was accepted into the Green Tier program. The facility, located at 2442 Progress Court, Neenah, WI has joined as a Tier 1 participant and becomes a member of a select group of organizations that are committed to environmental leadership.
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DNR Celebrates National Eagle Day
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Eagle Day (June 20, 2026) by reminding Wisconsinites that they can support the next species comeback in Wisconsin with an Endangered Resources license plate.
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Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Announces Invasive Species Action Awards Winners
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) congratulates the winners of the 2026 Invasive Species Action Awards, presented by the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council during Invasive Species Action Month. The governor-appointed Council advises the DNR and the state legislature on invasive species issues.
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DNR Unveils New Pollinator Merch
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages nature lovers to check out new pollinator tees and crewnecks in the DNR's merchandise store, featuring the Karner blue butterfly and rusty patched bumble bee.
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Take Action On Invasive Species This June
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take action to avoid spreading invasive species in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long.
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DNR Awards Ready For Reuse Grant To Cuba City
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the award of a grant to the city of Cuba City in Grant County to support the cleanup of contamination at a property formerly used as an assisted living facility.