Did you know that the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality operates the Clean Air Program? It is an education and outreach program funded through the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to increase awareness of air quality issues and encourage actions to reduce air pollution, especially from motor vehicle use. We provide interesting and informative presentations to groups of all ages, attend community events, and support efforts to educate and inform the community regarding air quality issues.

PDEQ Clean Air Program TV Commercials

Check out the new PDEQ Clean Air Program TV commercials that highlight actions we can take to improve air quality.

10 Second Version (MOV)
15 Second Version (MOV)

PDEQ's Phone Numbers Have Changed

All lines have had the prefix changed from 243 to 724, while the last 4 digits remain the same.

The main number is now (520) 724-7400.

Close the Recycling Loop with Your Purchases

Of course you recycle. But do you also look for and purchase items that are made from recycled materials? That is the best way to complete the recycling loop and save resources for our children and grandchildren... Read More

ASARCO Air Quality Permit

PDEQ has received a Significant Revision Application from the ASARCO, LLC, Mission Complex copper mine.

For additional information, please click this link: ASARCO Significant Revision

PDEQ has completed the issuance process for the received Air Quality Permit renewal application from the ASARCO, LLC, Mission Complex copper mine.

For additional information, please click this link: ASARCO Permit Renewal

Rosemont Copper Permit Status Update

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has "asserted complete air quality jurisdiction, effective immediately, over the Rosemont Copper Project.."

For additional information, please click this link: Rosemont Copper Permit Application Page

New Eco Kids Corner Website
Where Discovery and Fun Meet

Curious about our world? Click on our Eco Kids Corner website to discover facts about air, water, soil, climate change and more. Read jokes, write eco poetry, play a guessing game, download activity sheets… Have fun discovering more about our place on earth and about the little things that make a big difference for the planet we share... Eco Kids Corner

Credit and Debit Card Payments Now Accepted!

For your convenience, Pima County DEQ is now accepting Visa and MasterCard credit or debit card payment.

Transactions using these cards can be made over the telephone or in person anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30.p.m. Monday through Friday, except on County holidays... Read more