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Ecology issues final water quality permit for Everett’s Water Pollution Control Facility

We've issued the final water quality permit for Everett's Water Pollution Control Facility, which will go in effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

Updates to a permit that helps remove noxious weeds

We're proposing the changes to the 2025 draft Zostera japonica permit that is used to control this noxious weed on clam beds in Willapa Bay. 

Tracking residential wastewater and stormwater rates

Our interactive data dashboard helps organize information about residential wastewater and stormwater costs to prioritize future clean water projects and funding needs.

Behind the scenes at the Nuclear Waste Program

In this edition of Behind the Scenes at the Nuclear Waste Program, we hear from Daina McFadden, our permit communications specialist.

Kaiser Aluminum combatting legacy contamination with UV light

In June, Kaiser Aluminum started up a full-scale pump-and-treat system that treats 200 gallons of groundwater per minute and destroys up to 99% of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in water.

Rod Hankinson: Washington’s environmental hero and youth mentor for over 30 years

Learn more about Rod Hankinson's praiseworthy career managing our Youth Corps Litter Crew.

Diving into the data on Washington’s water quality

The Water Quality Assessment has millions of data points on rivers, streams, lakes, and marine waters across Washington state. 

Applying for a new water right just got a little easier

Water right applicants can now apply for water rights online. 

Keeping Chehalis basin communities safe and prosperous

The city of Hoquiam awarded 18.5 million to advance Flood Protection Project.

New environmental education program builds connections for refugees and immigrants in Spokane

A unique environmental program in Spokane is helping refugees and immigrants build connections with the environment and their new community.