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Washington businesses and undergraduates benefit from pollution prevention internships
Jan. 28 blog – The Washington Applied Sustainability Internship (WASI) program pairs college students with businesses to help achieve pollution prevention goals. Business applications are due February 19, 2025.
New year, same drought
Jan. 24 blog – The drought declared in April 2024, is still in effect while experts keep an eye out for signs of improving conditions.
Western Port Angeles Harbor cleanup is moving forward
Jan. 17 blog – We are holding a comment period and public meeting for the Western Port Angeles Harbor cleanup site in Port Angeles.
State penalizes Kent recycling company $33,000 for dangerous waste violations
Jan. 16 news release – Ecology is issuing a $33,000 penalty to Total Reclaim, Inc. (TRI) in Kent for violations of the state’s dangerous waste regulations.
Environmental penalties issued for third quarter of 2024
Jan. 14 news release – Ecology issued $439,340 in penalties of $1,000 or more from July 1 – Sept. 30, 2024.
Share your feedback on Hanford cleanup communications and public involvement
Jan. 13 blog – We're seeking your reflections and recommendations on communications and public involvement at the Hanford Site over the past year.
State of Washington, federal agencies finalize agreement on future of tank waste cleanup at Hanford Site
Jan. 10 news release – The Tri-Party Agreement Agencies have finalized a landmark agreement that outlines a realistic and achievable course for cleaning up millions of gallons of underground tank waste at the Hanford Site.
Help shape the future of organics recycling in Washington
Jan. 9 blog – Now through Jan. 28, 2024, the public is invited to review and comment on model ordinances that will help city and county governments create successful organics recycling programs.
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