Critter of the Month

Critter of the Month gives a peek into the lives of Puget Sound’s least-known inhabitants – mud-dwelling invertebrates collected by the Marine Sediment Monitoring Team. Each month we feature a different species or group, giving information on identification, habitat, and life history.
Critter of the Month gives a peek into the lives of Puget Sound’s least-known inhabitants – mud-dwelling invertebrates collected by the Marine Sediment Monitoring Team. Each month we feature a different species or group, giving information on identification, habitat, and life history.

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Proposed Port Angeles pilot project seeks to test technology to pull harmful carbon dioxide out of the air 

A pilot project proposed in Port Angeles is designed to test a new approach to removing carbon pollution.

Linkage update: Laying the groundwork for connecting carbon markets

We’re laying the groundwork for a linkage agreement with California and Québec through rulemaking. Learn about our recent progress.

New labeling standards will make it easier to determine what packaging is compostable

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.

Banana peel bacon? Use Food Well will change how you think about food waste

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

Linkage update: California and Québec show interest in a shared carbon market with Washington

Between our March 20 joint statement with California and Québec and recent legislation that paves the way for linkage on our end, Washington is on a promising path.

Reflecting on World Water Day and protecting Washington’s freshwater resources

Celebrating World Water Day and reflecting on Ecology's role in protecting state freshwater resources

We’re bubbling over with joy for the bubble snails

Did you know that March contains not one but TWO bubble-themed holidays? Not to be left out of the fun, this month’s Critter is the bubbliest of them all: the bubble snails.

World Wetlands Day

It's World Wetlands Day help us celebrate by learning more about Wetlands and how we're protecting them. 

Ecology issues the first Washington cap-and-invest offset credits

We’re starting off the year with big news for Washington’s carbon offset program! Read about how the offset program works and the different types of offset projects.

Ecology Food Center reduces waste and connects people to healthy food

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.