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A better tomorrow: Washington sets the standard for safer products
Starting Jan. 1, 2025, our Safer Products for Washington program implemented new regulations to reduce harmful chemicals in everyday items, paving the way for safer products to become the standard.
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.
Ecology issues final water quality permit for Everett’s Water Pollution Control Facility
We've issued the final water quality permit for Everett's Water Pollution Control Facility, which will go in effect on Jan. 1, 2025.
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.
From tires to nail polish, we’re studying a new round of consumer products with toxic chemicals
We’re holding a public comment period to hear your thoughts and concerns about toxic chemicals in products.
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.
New rulemaking aims to reduce “forever chemicals” in consumer products
As part of our ongoing effort to reduce exposure to PFAS in consumer products, we’re conducting a new rulemaking under the Safer Products for Washington law.
Science leads to safer school supplies
Our product studies scientists regularly test children’s and consumer products to uncover hidden toxics and help keep these chemicals out of our homes and the environment.
Washington auto shops get cleaner, safer degreasers with state funding
Auto shops that use solvent-based degreasers can apply for reimbursement to switch to safer degreasers. Businesses that make the switch could qualify for reimbursement up to $10,000.
Washington auto shops get cleaner, safer degreasers with state funding
Auto shops that use solvent-based degreasers can apply for reimbursement to switch to safer degreasers. Businesses that make the switch could qualify for reimbursement up to $10,000.