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.
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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Be #SmokeReady2021 this wildfire season
It's #SmokeReady2021 week. Here's how to prepare for wildfire season.
Office of Chehalis Basin publication helps basin residents prepare for flooding
Our Office of Chehalis Basin has published a handbook to help basin households prepare for flooding.
Restore Our Earth
Earth Day is just a few days away. Read about what we’ve got in store and learn about ways you can “Restore Our Earth”.
A framework for greenhouse gas assessment
We released a framework for a new rule that would guide greenhouse gas environmental assessments in Washington.
Behind the decision
Ecology Director Laura Watson explains the analysis leading to the decision to deny a permit for a methanol plant in Kalama.
Turning the corner
Behind the latest greenhouse gas data - emissions are up, but they are expected to fall in the years ahead.
Jan 14 workshop to focus on community-led resilience for Washington's Pacific coast
Jan. 14 virtual workshop to focus on exploring opportunities to enhance economic resilience on Washington's Pacific coast.
New report details ocean acidification in greater Puget Sound

Puget Sound Partnership's annual Marine Monitoring Report describes the threat of ocean acidification in the Puget Sound area.

Smoky siege

A look back at the record-breaking wildfire smoke that hit Washington in September 2020.

Ready for summer!
Halfway through this year of pandemic and upheaval, summer brings much to do — and appreciate.