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Keep your compost bin contaminant free. Make sure you keep these items out! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kv5NrC

Want to keep your garden healthy and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time? Start backyard composting! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kv5NrC

Now is the time to start that backyard compost pile! Here is what you can (and can’t) compost! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kv5NrC

When you compost, nature is your guide. Know what to do in every season to have a great backyard compost pile. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kv5NrC

Cleaned up your yard? Ready to reduce what you’re throwing away by as much as 50 percent? Always wanted to compost? It’s easy! Here’s how to get started. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kv5NrC

This week we're celebrating the Earth and all its many colors -- from its crystal blue waters to deep green forests. You can join in the celebration and add your own colors with our coloring sheet. 🌎

🖍️Coloring page here: https://www.epa.gov/earthday

DEQ Secretary Elizabeth Biser joined Governor Roy Cooper, NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources Secretary Reid Wilson, City of Raleigh-Government, and Wake County Government for an stream cleanup at John Chavis Memorial Park this morning. Thank you to all the volunteers and DEQ staff who worked so hard!

Celebrate Earth Day by making some simple changes!