The Brookhaven Environment Department is a division of the Town of Brookhaven government, dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the town’s natural resources. As part of its mission, the department oversees environmental compliance, open space preservation, ecological restoration, and sustainable development initiatives within Brookhaven, New York. It plays a vital role in managing and enforcing state and local environmental regulations to protect air, water, soil, and local ecosystems. The department also facilitates public education programs aimed at promoting environmental stewardship throughout the community.

Notable for its collaborative work with local agencies and civic groups, the Brookhaven Environment Department supports a variety of conservation and clean-up projects, such as stormwater management programs, pollution prevention initiatives, and wildlife protection efforts. They oversee recycling and waste programs and carry out inspections to ensure local businesses and residents adhere to environmental codes. Their operations also align with state and federal environmental standards, positioning Brookhaven as a proactive township in climate resilience and green infrastructure planning.

Key Services:

– Environmental regulation enforcement and compliance
– Ecological restoration and natural resource preservation
– Public education and outreach on environmental issues
– Stormwater and watershed management programs
– Solid waste management and recycling initiatives
– Sustainable land use and open space planning
– Pollution prevention and cleanup activities
– Wildlife and habitat protection programs
– Environmental impact review for local development
– Collaboration with federal, state, and local entities on environmental initiatives