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News and blogs
Cleaning up: A Avenue Landfill
Mar. 26 blog – We'd like your comments on a legal agreement for investigating contamination at an old landfill in Anacortes.
How to save money on waste disposal
Mar. 26 blog – Ecology's technical assistance helps a business owner designate waste and save money on disposal.
Reflecting on World Water Day and protecting Washington’s freshwater resources
Mar. 22 blog – We are celebrating World Water Day, with a focus on the vital role clean freshwater plays in maintaining the health and peace of our planet, our nation, and the state of Washington.
Supporting a drier Yakima Basin in 2024
Mar. 20 blog – The Yakima Basin is heading into summer with a projected 72 percent of normal water supply. Here's how we're preparing for reduced water supply and minimizing the impacts on people, fish, and farms.
California, Québec and Washington agree to explore linkage
Mar. 20 news release – Governments of the three jurisdictions issue joint statement on potential to form shared carbon market.
We’re bubbling over with joy for the bubble snails
Mar. 14 blog – Did you know that March contains not one but TWO bubble-themed holidays? Not to be left out of the fun, this month’s Critter is the bubbliest of them all: the bubble snails.
Seeking environmental technicians
Mar. 12 blog – We're seeking eight natural resource scientists to conduct river and stream surveys this summer. Learn more about our watershed health monitoring group and how you can join our team.
More than $3 billion approved for Hanford Site cleanup – a new record
Mar. 11 news release – On Saturday, March 9, President Joe Biden signed a historic budget for Hanford Site cleanup work.