Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Ocean acidification is a global problem that has local effects on the Puget Sound ecosystem.

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

Riparian education

Educational resources for understanding riparian systems, climate resiliency, and where to learn more.

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

Commercial vessels

A no discharge zone is now in effect for all commercial vessels.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/no-discharge-zone/commercial-vessels

Why it matters

A no discharge zone will help keep Puget Sound clean for shellfishing, swimming, and recreating.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/no-discharge-zone/why-it-matters

Non-discrimination policy

Statement on our commitment to not discriminate and how to file a discrimination complaint.

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

Reserve accounts

Reserve accounts are special holdings accounts that are set aside for specific uses.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/reserve-accounts

National air quality standards

Learn about air pollutants we monitor that are unhealthy for people and the environment.

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

Partner with Washington Conservation Corps

We provide services to nonprofits and governmental agencies to accomplish projects on public lands.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/jobs-at-ecology/washington-conservation-corps/partner-with-wcc

No-cost allowance allocation

No-cost allowances are a powerful tool in balancing the CCA's Cap-and-Invest Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/no-cost-allowances

Water rights

A water right is the legal authorization to use a quantity of water for beneficial uses.

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

Green-Duwamish watershed pollutant loading assessment

We work with stakeholders to assess water pollution in the Green-Duwamish watershed.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/green-duwamish-watershed-pla

Lake Whatcom multi-parameter TMDL

We are working with Bellingham and Whatcom County to improve Lake Whatcom's water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/lake-whatcom-watershed-multi-parameter-tmdl

Little Spokane River

We're working in partnership to improve water quality in the Little Spokane River.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/little-spokane-river-do-and-ph-tmdl

South Skagit Bay assessment

We are working with partners in the Samish and Padilla Bay watersheds to improve water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/south-skagit-bay-assessment

Columbia River & Lower Snake River temperature TMDL

We're working to reduce temperature in the Columbia and Lower Snake rivers to protect salmon.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/columbia-snake-river-tmdl

Water quality general permits

We issue general permits for specific discharge categories with similar characteristics.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-permits/water-quality-general-permits

Oil spill prevention in Washington

All oil spills are costly. That's why we work hard, together with our partners, to prevent them.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/spills/oil-spill-prevention

Environmental & Cultural review process

Forms and guidance for meeting required standards for Water Quality’s grant or loan funded projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-grants-and-loans/environmental-and-cultural-review

Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF)

AFFF is a type of foam that contains PFAS and is used to fight fires.

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

Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) collection & disposal program

Learn more about a proposed collection and disposal program for fire departments with AFFF on-site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/product-replacement-program/afff-disposal

The benefits of redeveloping brownfields

Redevelopment has multiple community benefits; learn from others' successes!

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/brownfields/why-redevelop-brownfields

Floodplains by Design

Floodplains by Design grant program helps reduce flood risks, restore river floodplains.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/hazards/floods-floodplain-planning/floodplains-by-design

Wetland mapping resources

We are committed to providing public access to wetland maps and geospatial data.

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

Dealer & fleet information

Learn how vehicle emissions standards may affect fleet owners and managers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/vehicle-emissions-standards/dealer-and-fleet-information

Permit fees

You must pay a fee if you are covered by a wastewater or stormwater discharge permit.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-permits/fees

Diesel pollution from data centers

Information about air quality permits issued to data centers (server farms) in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/data-centers

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA)

TFCA restricts the manufacture, distribution, and sale of cosmetic products with certain toxic chemicals in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/washingtons-toxics-in-products-laws/toxic-free-cosmetics-act

How the cleanup process works

Cleaning up contamination protects human health and the environment. In Washington

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-process

Hanford leaking tanks

Our agency and Energy have reached an agreement on responding to leaking tanks at the Hanford Site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/hanford-cleanup/leaking-tanks

Cap-and-Invest offsets

Offset credits can be used by businesses to cover some of their emissions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/offsets

Manufacturer information

Learn how manufacturers must comply with Washington’s low- and zero-emission vehicle standards. This page may be useful for dealers and fleet owners, too.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/vehicle-emissions-standards/manufacturer-information

Wood stoves & other home heating

Rules for heating with wood stoves and other wood burning devices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/smoke-fire/wood-stove-info

Local wetland regulations: Growth Management Act technical assistance

We assist local governments in their efforts to adopt GMA regulations that protect wetlands.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/regulations/local-regulations

Groundwater contaminants

Description, health concerns, and exposure levels of the primary contaminants on the Hanford site.

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

Active SMP amendments

Track the progress of active shoreline master programs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/shoreline-master-programs-amendments

Bridge Point Development: Construction stormwater permit and settlement

We reached an $8.95 million dollar resolution with Bridge Point Tacoma to help reduce air quality impacts from the South Tacoma warehouse project.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/southwest-region/bridge-point-development-tacoma-settlement

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about no discharge zones.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/no-discharge-zone/frequently-asked-questions

Healthy home guide

Learn how to improve the health of your home with safer products and cleaning tips.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/community-waste-toxics/at-home/healthy-home-guide

Rulemaking frequently asked questions

Read our rulemaking frequently asked questions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/rulemaking-faq

Volkswagen clean transportation projects

We manage Volkswagen settlement grants to reduce air pollution from vehicles in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/investing-in-cleaner-transportation/vw-clean-transportation-projects

Avoiding & minimizing wetland impacts

When designing a project, you need to show how you plan to avoid and minimize impacts to wetlands.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/avoidance-and-minimization

Rainwater collection

You don't need a water right permit to use water collected from your rooftop.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-recovery-solutions/rainwater-collection

Contaminants of Emerging Concern in wastewater

We are learning how pharmaceuticals and personal care products may be affecting water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/wastewater/contaminants-of-emerging-concern

State wetland regulations

We protect and manage wetlands through multiple state laws, which define our regulatory authority.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/regulations/state-wetland-regulations

Watershed plan archive

We are providing an archive of documents related to the Watershed Planning Act.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/improving-streamflows/watershed-plan-archive

Water quality individual permits

Individual permits for a specific entity where discharges vary and do not fit a general category.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-permits/water-quality-individual-permits

Coastal zone management federal consistency review

Federal actions affecting coastal land, water or natural resources must meet state requirements.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/coastal-zone-management/federal-consistency

Hiring a qualified wetland professional

Do you need to hire a wetland professional? We provide guidance on now to find and select one.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources/hiring-a-qualified-wetland-professional

Shoreline laws and rules

Protection and development of Washington's shorelines is guided by state laws and rules.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/shoreline-laws-rules-and-cases

Ecology v Acquavella

The Superior Court has issued a final decree on the historic adjudication in the Yakima River Basin.

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