State & Federal Regulations

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

State laws contain mandates to protect the public health and safety. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) implements and enforces these legislative mandates, which are the fundamental source of DEC's powers.

To find more information on:

• Regulations
• Proposed Regulations
• Guidance & Policy Documents
• Information about Environmental Laws
• Guidance & Policy Documents

For State Regulations at the New York State Department of Energy Conservation's website - www.dec.ny.gov.

Green Hotel Certification Pilot Program

With third party accreditation by Audubon International/Green Leaf, lodges in New York State can proudly display their green certification to their guests and gain a significant marketing advantage. Moreover, lodges can see a reduction in their energy, waste disposal, and other environmentally-related business expenses by participating in the program.

Governor's Green Hospitality & Tourism Initiative is pleased to unveil the NYS Green Hotel Certification Pilot Program. A "Freshman Class" of 43 hotels have been admitted to the pilot. Each hotel will receive a Green-Leaf Rating to recognize their commitments to water quality and conservation, waste reduction, resource conservation, and energy efficiency.

United States Environmental Protection Agency

Region 2 - Serving New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and Seven Tribal Nations

For more information about Region 2 and the United States Environmental Protection Agency visit www.epa.gov/region2