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Climate change poses a threat to Washington's water supplies, coastlines, farms and forests. Ecology is working to reduce the carbon pollution that is causing climate change.
Climate change poses a threat to Washington's water supplies, coastlines, farms and forests. Ecology is working to reduce the carbon pollution that is causing climate change.

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Meaningful Momentum: CCA Updates for August 2022
The January 2023 launch of the cap-and-invest program is just a few months away! Come find out what we've been up to as we gear up for this historic event.
Federal grant moves Aberdeen levee project forward
City of Aberdeen receives $50 million federal grant and $17 million in state funding to help fund North Shore Levee project.
Meaningful Momentum: CCA updates for June & July 2022
The blog may have skipped a month, but the work never stopped! Come check out our new post covering June and July — and get ready for a double dose of program updates!
Independent studies show new climate change initiatives deliver significant benefits at minimal costs
We're sharing independent economic analyses of the Climate Commitment Act and the Clean Fuel Standard.
June 16 Public Meetings on Low-Carbon Energy Siting Study

We're hosting public meetings on June 16 to discuss how we provide environmental review on the siting of "green," low-carbon energy projects.

Reuniones públicas sobre el estudio de mejora del emplazamiento para proyectos de energía con bajas emisiones de carbono
El Low-Carbon Energy Siting Study analiza la forma de mejorar la revisión medioambientalal determinar dónde y cómo se pueden llevar a cabo los proyectos de energía verde.
Meaningful Momentum: CCA updates for May 2022
On May 17, 2022, we proposed rule language for Chapter 173-446 WAC, which establishes the mechanics of the cap-and-invest program. Learn more about this major milestone and other CCA updates!
Public input sought for Low Carbon Energy Siting Study
We have been working with businesses and local leaders to draft recommendations on how green energy projects can be implemented more efficiently. Now we want to hear from you.
Environmental restoration grants reach across state
We are awarding nearly $640,000 to fund 15 projects that will significantly improve water quality and the environment statewide.
Empowering the next generation of change makers
On Earth Day, Hilltop Heritage Middle School students showcased posters featuring the various lifecycle stages for different consumer products, like toothbrushes and toilet paper.