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West Point Treatment Plant water quality permit now issued
We've now issued the final permit for the West Point wastewater treatment plant in Seattle. It strengthens protective measures for Puget Sound with updates that match current water quality rules.
Can’t beat the VEAT!
Knowing the number of vessels entering Washington waters helps us better understand oil spill risk and how it changes over time. This year marks the 30th anniversary of our VEAT report!
Up to $10.7 million is still available for water banking projects
Eligibility has expanded for Ecology's Water Banking Pilot Grants.
Turning bad into good for Washington environment
We are awarding $651,000 in grants to fund 14 projects.
Cleaning up: Sampling at Gas Works Park slated to begin in April
Sampling work at Gas Works Park in Seattle will begin in April.
Linkage update: California and Québec show interest in a shared carbon market with Washington
Between our March 20 joint statement with California and Québec and recent legislation that paves the way for linkage on our end, Washington is on a promising path.
Reflecting on World Water Day and protecting Washington’s freshwater resources
Celebrating World Water Day and reflecting on Ecology's role in protecting state freshwater resources
Supporting a drier Yakima Basin in 2024
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.
Comment today on cleanup plans for a closed landfill in Snohomish County
The public is invited to comment on cleanup plans for a recently closed landfill in Snohomish County
Thoughts on Hanford
In February, our Nuclear Waste Program Manager departed for an exciting new role as Region Director of Ecology’s Central Regional Office in Union Gap.