Regulations & Permits

We oversee many state and federal laws designed to protect Washington's land, air, and water. Rules and regulations that direct state agencies, local governments, businesses, and others on how to comply with relevant laws are compiled in the Washington Administrative Code. See our laws, rules, & rulemaking page for more information about our current rules and rulemaking.

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Biosolids permitting and forms

We issue permits and regulate biosolids production and use in Washington.

E-Cycle WA guidance and reports

This page includes E-Cycle WA frequently asked questions and annual reports.

Rules for used oil processors & re-refiners

Follow these rules if you are a used oil processor or re-refiner.

Registration for transporters of recyclable materials

Find forms and information for registering as a transporter of recyclable materials.

E-Cycle WA outreach materials

Find E-Cycle Washington outreach materials, access program logo requirements, flyers, and stickers.

E-Cycle WA information for collectors

Find out if you can be a collector for the E-Cycle Washington program.

E-Cycle WA information for manufacturers

Find out whether you qualify as a manufacturer under the E-Cycle Washington program.

E-Cycle WA information for processors

Learn how to become a processor for the E-Cycle Washington program and register to become one.

E-Cycle WA information for retailers

Retailers that sell new, covered electronic products have requirements under the E-Cycle WA program.

E-Cycle WA information for transporters

Find out whether you qualify as an E-Cycle Washington transporter and what the requirements are.

Biosolids permit fee program report

Our report on permit fees collected to support Ecology's biosolids program.

Risks from toxic releases

This indicator tracks the relative risks to humans from toxic releases from industrial activities.

E-Cycle WA 2020 final administrative fee tier schedule

The administrative fee covers the costs associated with implementing the E-Cycle WA program.

E-Cycle WA prior years' administrative fee schedules

Administrative fees cover the costs of implementing the E-Cycle WA program.

Electronic Product Recycling Registration

(SAW account required)

Recycling services - look-up tool

Information on recycling services in your neighborhood.

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