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Now through Jan. 28, 2025, the public is invited to review and comment on model ordinances that will help city and county governments create successful organics recycling programs.

When you own a business, preparing for wet and cold weather is important to prevent damage and environmental hazards. 

Wasting less food is possible if you plan carefully, think ahead about storage, and get creative with your meals.

In January, Ecology will begin accepting applications for grants for projects that increase public understanding and involvement in cleaning up contaminated sites.

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, many Washington businesses producing at least four cubic yards of organic waste per week must divert it from curbside garbage bins and into curbside organics bins. 

Four teams took home shares of $28,000 at the Second Annual NextCycle Pitch Showcase. The Sept. 23rd event was held at the Seattle Central Library and attracted nearly 100 attendees.

"Greenwashing" is term used to describe language used to mislead people into falsely believing a product, service, or practice is environmentally friendly or "sustainable."

New compostable product labeling standards passed by the State Legislature in March 2024 will make it easier for to consumers determine what is and isn't compostable.

Get involved with Ecology’s new campaign to reduce food waste in Washington!

The Center for Sustainable Food Management launched on January 1st and is planning an action packed 2024, including Washington's first statewide food waste prevention campaign.