Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

We are working to prevent PAH chemicals from impacting human health and the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/addressing-priority-toxic-chemicals/pah

Electric school buses

Electric school buses help reduce health risks from toxic diesel pollution.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/electric-school-buses

Puget Sound

We work with a wide range of partners using the best available science and research to better understand and counter challenges facing Puget Sound.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound

Accessibility & the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

How to request reasonable accommodations to Ecology programs, services, and activities.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accessibility-equity/accessibility

Partnerships and committees

Governmental and regional agencies join forces, providing ideas and oversight to many programs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees

Wetland tools & resources

Find wetland tools and resources.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources

Aquaculture

Aquaculture entails farming fish, shellfish, and other aquatic plants and animals.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/aquaculture

Groundwater

We work to protect groundwater from pollution so that it's drinkable and meets state standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater

Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Learn about Padilla Bay's research and education programs, and visiting our interpretive center.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve

Hydrofluorocarbon transition

Over the next four years, Washington will stop using hydrofluorocarbons in equipment and products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/hydrofluorocarbons

Northwest Region

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/northwest-region

Permits that direct our Nuclear Waste Program

Permits allow us to regulate Hanford cleanup and oversee other Washington sites with mixed waste.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/permits-that-direct-our-nuclear-waste-program

Litter Prevention Partner Toolkit

Public outreach materials for state agencies, local governments, and other interested partners.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/solid-waste-litter/litter/litter-prevention/litter-campaign-toolkit

Emission check program ended

The emission check program in Washington ended Jan. 1, 2020. Information about vehicle tab renewal.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/emissions-check-ends

Washington clean cars

New vehicles registered in Washington must meet clean air standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/clean-cars

Landscaping and gardening in arsenic and lead contaminated soil

Learn how to protect yourself while gardening or landscaping in arsenic or lead contaminated soil.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/dirt-alert-program/gardening-tips

Cleanup in Port Angeles Harbor

We are working on shoreline and sediment cleanup projects in the Port Angeles Harbor area.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-angeles-harbor

Monitoring bacteria in Puget Sound

High bacteria levels in Puget Sound are a risk to human health.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/issues-problems/bacteria

Program contacts

List of our program key contacts and links to our staff directory.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/contact-us/program-contacts

Generating credits in the Clean Fuel Standard

Participants can earn credits under the Clean Fuel Standard.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/clean-fuel-standard/generating-credits

Low Carbon Energy Siting Study Interagency Policy Team

The Interagency Policy team will work to improve permit processes for low carbon energy projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/clean-energy-coordination/low-carbon-energy-siting-2023/interagency-policy-team

Water right adjudications

Adjudication is the legal process to resolve conflict and competition on a water source.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/adjudications

Tools to interpret and implement

Get help understanding how the surface water quality standards apply to your work.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-standards/assistance

Wetland mitigation compliance

We follow up on wetland mitigation sites to ensure mitigation requirements are fulfilled.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/compliance

Lake Chelan coordinated cost reimbursement program

We partnered with Chelan County to initiate a Lake Chelan Coordinated Cost Reimbursement Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/cost-reimbursement/lake-chelan-ccr

Wahkiakum County Shoreline Master Program: comprehensive update

The public comment period for Wahkiakum County’s SMP comprehensive update is closed.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/wahkiakum-county

Whatcom County 2019 amendment

Public comment requested on Whatcom County's SMP Amendment

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/whatcom-county-2019-amendment

Past litter prevention efforts

We have a long history of litter prevention work.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/solid-waste-litter/litter/litter-prevention/prevention-history

Monitoring Hanford's groundwater and protecting the Columbia River

We oversee cleanup of Hanford's underground water to protect residents and the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/hanford-cleanup/protecting-air-water/groundwater-monitoring

Anaerobic digesters

We provide assistance to local governments and conduct inspections of anaerobic digesters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/organics-and-food-waste/anaerobic-digesters

Applying to the Voluntary Cleanup Program

Apply to the Voluntary Cleanup Program for technical assistance for cleaning up a contaminated site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/voluntary-cleanup-program/applying

Underground Storage Tank (UST) public record

We collect data on the sources and causes of underground storage tank (UST) releases in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/underground-storage-tanks/ust-public-record

2023-25 Strategic Plan

Get to know Ecology, our mission, vision, and goals for 2023-2025.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/strategic-plan/2023-25-strategic-plan

Washington’s Environmental Justice Law (HEAL Act)

Our work to meet Washington's environmental justice law (HEAL)

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/environmental-justice/heal

2022 session legislation

Solid waste and recycling laws we are implementing.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/strategic-policy-and-planning/enacting-legislation/2022-legislation

Information for engineers

Dam construction and approval information for engineers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-engineers

Pe Ell Shoreline Master Program: comprehensive update and periodic review

We are seeking public comment on the Town of Pe Ell's proposed comprehensive update to its SMP, including amendments to satisfy the periodic review requirements.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/pe-ell

Trust Water Rights Program

Water rights placed into trust are protected from relinquishment and maintain their priority date.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/trust-water-rights

Mercury-containing lights regulatory guidance

Regulatory guidance for Washington's mercury-containing lights program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/our-recycling-programs/mercury-lights/mercury-lights-guidance

Sullivan Lake water rights

Our Sullivan Lake program makes new water rights available in northeastern counties.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/columbia-river-basin-projects/lake-sullivan-water-rights

Nonpoint funding requirements

Resources for Water Quality Program-funded projects that address nonpoint sources of water pollution

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-grants-and-loans/nonpoint-funding-requirements

Manage dangerous waste for businesses

Guidance on complying with Washington's dangerous waste regulations.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/business-waste/manage-your-waste

Solid waste

Information on solid waste waste facilities, management, and permitting.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/solid-waste-litter/solid-waste

Other facilities we oversee

We oversee other sites in Washington with mixed waste that aren't part of the Hanford cleanup.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/radioactive-waste-disposal

Dangerous waste reports & fees

Businesses that generate or store dangerous waste or chemicals must submit reports and pay fees.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/business-waste/reports-fees

Air quality targets

We monitor air pollution to protect your health.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/air-quality-targets

Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy

Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy is our roadmap to plan and prepare for the impacts of climate change.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/washingtons-climate-strategy

Help save Puget Sound

Puget Sound needs your help. Here's how you can reduce household and recreational pollution sources.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/earth-day/how-you-can-help-save-puget-sound

Organic and food waste

We work to use organic materials to improve soil, produce energy, and reduce waste.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/organics-and-food-waste

Swimming tips to minimize risk

Follow these tips to avoid swimming-related illnesses when swimming or wading at beaches.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/saltwater/beach-program/swimming-tips