Welcome to the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
We Continue to Plant for the Future!
The Adopt-a-Tree season for 2008 is coming to its conclusion. There is only one event left this year, which will be on Saturday, September 13th. Please remember that if you are a Miami-Dade single-family or duplex homeowner, you may be eligible to receive 2 FREE trees this year, even if you have adopted trees in past years.
Miami-Dade County has been working steadily to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and climate change impacts. Learn how you can get involved and help to save money and the planet!
In order to improve on efficiency, DERM is moving several of its review programs to the MDPIC (West Dade Office) as of September 15th, 2008. Find out more.
One of DERM’s own, Mr. Gary Milano, wins the County’s 2008 Employee of the Year Award in the Bacallao Category for his outstanding work with volunteer groups in the protection and restoration of our sensitive and unique coastal environment.
Planning to install a new generator in your home? Before you spend one penny, make sure you read the new Floodplain Policy for Generators established by DERM.
The Manatee Protection Plan Review Committee met on July 16 at the DERM Overtown Transit Village Center, 701 NW 1 Court - 2nd floor. There will not be a meeting in August 2008. Please check this site for updates on the next scheduled meeting. For more information, please contact DERM at 305-372-6864.
Can the Grease!
Did you know that if you pour grease down your kitchen drain it can build up in your pipes over time and cause a clog? That could result in an expensive plumbing bill. Learn more.
DERM continues to make huge strides in our primary job, to protect our local natural resources. This was evident once again in 2007. That is why we want to invite you to watch the premiere of our second annual “Year in Review” video.
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DERM Photo Slideshow
Green Ideas
Get Back to School – “The Green Way”
There are many ways to get to school, why not go “green?”
Walking in organized groups can be a healthy and safe way to get to school. Ride a bike – generate a bicycle club for other children who want to ride their bikes to school. Create a carpool with other neighborhood families who go to your same school. Take the bus - utilizing a school bus or public transportation reduces congestion on our streets and emissions into our air.
View the 
One of DERM’s own, Mr. Gary Milano, wins the County’s 2008 Employee of the Year Award in the Bacallao Category for his outstanding work with volunteer groups in the protection and restoration of our sensitive and unique coastal environment.
Planning to install a new generator in your home? Before you spend one penny, make sure you read the new Floodplain Policy for Generators established by DERM.
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Walking in organized groups can be a healthy and safe way to get to school.
