Supplemental Environmental Projects ("SEPs")
SEPs are environmentally beneficial projects that a respondent agrees to undertake in settlement of an enforcement action. Dollars directed to TCEQ-approved environmental projects may be used to offset assessed penalties in enforcement actions.
Available SEPs
Find a SEP
Pre-approved SEPs listed by organization and county along with a list of statewide projects
SEP Forms
Inculdes application forms for SEPs
SEP Information
Covers the following topics:
- What is a SEP?
- What SEPs are available?
- What is the Commission's approach to SEP?
- What should I consider a SEP?
- What are the necessary forms for proposing a SEP?
FAQs for Respondents in Enforcement Actions
Covers types of SEPs, administrative penalties, application process, obtaining credit,
FAQs for Third-Party SEP Administrators
Covers funding criteria, operational costs, reporting requirements
SEP Statute and Guidance
Texas Water Code §7.067; Policy for Supplemental Environmental Projects
Compliance SEP for Local Governments
Information for Compliance SEPs for Local Governments
Custom SEPs
Information for Respondents (non-profits and governments preferred) in TCEQ enforcement actions who wish to develop and perform a Custom SEP
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