Firewise instructor E.J. Bunzendahl of the U.S.
                                             Forest Service provides information about protecting
                                             communities from wildfires to members of the
                                             McCreary County Firewise Council and citizens from
                                             Knox and Madison counties.      
                                      
                                             Photo by Gwen Holt, Division of Forestry

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How polluted is Kentucky's environment?
Click here for the 2001 State of the Environment Report.

I have a small business. How do I get free and confidential assistance with environmental regulation and compliance?
Visit the Division of Compliance Assistance Web site.

I need help managing my land and forest. What free assistance is available?
Click here for help with forest stewardship plans.

I need to dispose of paint, household cleaners and pesticides. What is the legal way to do this?
Click here for the Division of Waste Management's Household Hazardous Waste Program, or visit Earth911.org to find out where to recycle materials including electronic waste. 

I want to prepare my home and business for the upcoming winter months. What can I do to save money?
Check out some of the Department for Energy Development and Independence's tips for saving energy.

I would like to get involved in the environmental community. How do I volunteer?
Firewise Council-a citizen-driven wildfire prevention preparedness group.
Water Watch-a volunteer stream monitoring program.
Watershed Watch-a volunteer watershed management group.
Volunteer for the State Nature Preserves Commission.

I don't live in Frankfort. Where is my closest regional office?
A listing of local conservation district offices.
A listing of air, water and waste regional offices.
A listing of surface mining regional offices.
A listing of forestry district offices.

Where can I recycle used motor oil?
Visit Earth911.org. 

I would like to visit a nature preserve. Can you tell me where they are located?
View a map and directions to your nearest state nature preserve.

I need to dispose of waste tires. How can I do this?
Click on tire amnesty dates and locations.

How can I make a difference in the nation's air quality?
Click here for tips on improving air quality.

How can I help reduce the stress on the nation's energy grid?
Learn about Energy Star energy-reducing appliances and practices.

Why is open burning against the law?
Learn about open burning and the regulations that apply to it.

I need a groundwater protection plan because I have a septic system and a domestic well. How do I get more information on getting a generic plan?
Click here for information on the Division of Water's Groundwater Protection Program.

How do I know if my business needs a groundwater protection plan?
Visit the the Division of Water's Groundwater Protection Program Web site.