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Environmental Compliance

William M. Murray, Esq. - Deputy Commissioner
Edward A. Rath County Office Building
95 Franklin Street, 10th Floor
Buffalo, New York 14202
Phone: (716) 858-8390

The Division of Environmental Compliance Services (ECS) is a non-regulatory public assistance agency that provides technical and non-technical support to the Western New York community. ECS develops and implements programs in partnership with a variety of stakeholders to address the pressing environmental needs and concerns of the region.

ECS programs help Erie County businesses, municipalities, citizens and institutions understand and comply with environmental standards and regulations as well as initiate strategies to reduce and eliminate pollution and improve the quality of life in Western New York. These programs address: small business and local government pollution prevention; solid waste management; hazardous waste management; indoor air quality and, energy efficiency. The current environmental programs and services available in the ECS Division include:

Pollution Prevention Programs
Thomas R. Hersey, Jr. – Coordinator
Phone: (716) 858-7674

Environmental Service Programs
Paul B. Kranz, P.E. – Associate Engineer
Phone: (716) 858-7897

Community outreach and education is a vital component of many of the programs administered through the Division. ECS staff often participates in community events and assist local educators with presentations on a number of environmental topics. For more information, contact ECS at the number listed above.