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Help shape the future of organics recycling in Washington
Now through Jan. 28, 2025, the public is invited to review and comment on model ordinances that will help city and county governments create successful organics recycling programs.
New study examines green hydrogen fuel production in Washington
We have released a draft study examining potential environmental impacts of green hydrogen storage and production facilities in Washington.
Balancing wildlife conservation and wastewater infrastructure in Pasco
The expansion of the Pasco Process Water Reuse Facility has been an example of how working together can lead to successful wildlife conservation and clean water infrastructure projects.
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.
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire? Check for a burn ban first!
Burn bans are called in the winter when smoke from wood stoves and fireplaces increase fine particle pollution. Always check for a burn ban before lighting a fire.
Según las muestras, la reciente contaminación ya no se está propagando al agua subterránea en el vertedero de Pasco
Según las muestras recientes de vapor del suelo, la contaminación del agua subterránea no está afectando a la calidad del aire en los edificios del vertedero de Pasco.
Samples indicate recent contamination is no longer spreading to groundwater at Pasco Landfill
Recent soil vapor samples indicate groundwater contamination isn't affecting air quality in buildings by the Pasco Landfill.
New indicator tracks & visualizes ocean acidification in Washington
Carbon pollution from human activities is making ocean water corrosive. This harms marine life. Our new scientific tool helps us visualize how the ocean is changing in Washington.
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.
From Washington to Iowa, WCC members provide critical flood and wildfire relief
In summer 2024, our WCC members and staff deployed to Iowa to help communities recovering from major floods and to Jefferson County, Washington, to provide wildfire camp support.