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State launches disposal program for toxic firefighting foams
Ecology's AFFF disposal program will collect and safely dispose of toxic "forever chemcials" from fire departments across the state.
Drayton Harbor’s bacteria problem
Help shape our plan to reduce bacteria in Drayton Harbor. Comment Aug. 21-Sept. 26, 2025, to protect shellfish, recreation, and community health.
Chilly refrigerants contribute disproportionately to warming the Earth
The Refrigerant Management Program is part of a suite of climate policies that work together to cut carbon pollution and limit the damage climate change is causing our environment and our economy.
Talleres de reparación de autos en Washington obtienen desengrasantes más limpios y seguros con fondos estatales
Instalaciones que usen desengrasantes a base de solvente pueden aplicar para un reembolso para cambiar a desengrasantes más seguros.
Washington businesses and undergraduates benefit from pollution prevention internships
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.
Do you have hazardous materials outside? Here's how to prepare for winter weather
When you own a business, preparing for wet and cold weather is important to prevent damage and environmental hazards.
Waste less food this holiday season
Wasting less food is possible if you plan carefully, think ahead about storage, and get creative with your meals.
Grants up to $120,000 educate neighbors about local environmental projects
In January, Ecology will begin accepting applications for grants for projects that increase public understanding and involvement in cleaning up contaminated sites.
Washington’s organics management law ramps up business requirements for 2025
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.
NextCycle Washington awards $28,000 to circular initiative projects
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.