Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Green chemistry for K-12 teaching

Integrate green chemistry into your curriculum for K-12 students.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/green-chemistry/green-chemistry-for-k-12-classroom

Hanford tank waste management

Hanford's underground tank waste will be retrieved and made into glass at the Waste Treatment Plant.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/hanford-cleanup/tank-waste-management

Model Toxics Control Act

The Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) is Washington's environmental cleanup law.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/rules-directing-our-cleanup-work/model-toxics-control-act

Affordable housing-related cleanup

We’re making it easier for once-contaminated properties to be redeveloped into affordable housing.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/brownfields/affordable-housing

Latest information on the Lower Duwamish

Get the latest updates on our efforts to control sources of pollution in the Lower Duwamish.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/lower-duwamish-waterway/latest-information

Site history

We're cleaning up decades of industrial contamination in the Lower Duwamish Waterway.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/lower-duwamish-waterway/site-history

Port Gamble Bay and Mill Site

Major cleanup combined with restoration makes Port Gamble Bay a healthier place to work and play

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-gamble-baywide

Habitat preservation and restoration in Port Gamble Bay

Habitat preservation and restoration in Port Gamble Bay improves the environment and recreation

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-gamble-baywide/other-habitat-preservation-restoration

Wetland resources for VSP planning

Find mapping resources for wetlands to assist with planning under the Voluntary Stewardship Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/voluntary-stewardship-program/wetland-resources

2023 Waste Not Washington School Awards

In 2023, the Waste Not Washington School Awards awarded $130,091.61 to Washington schools.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/solid-waste-management/waste-not-washington-school-awards/2023-school-awards

Funded Oversight Remedial Action Grants

See Oversight Remedial Action Grants funded in the current and recent budgets.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/payments-contracts-grants/grants-loans/find-a-grant-or-loan/oversight-remedial-action-grants-loans/funded-remedial-action-grants

Waste Not Washington School Award Winners

Winners of our Waste Not Washington School Awards

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/solid-waste-management/waste-not-washington-school-awards/2021-school-awards

Variance information

View our informational posters about PCB variances.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac173-201a-variances/variance-information

How we help protect orcas

Our work benefits orcas by improving environmental conditions & reducing toxics in the environment.

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

Washington waters — ours to protect

You can make small changes at home, at play, and at work to help protect Washington's waters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/earth-day/washington-waters-ours-to-protect-16d2378f76d0cd1251378b5dfa15b3be

History of Ecology

Learn more about some of our major milestones since the agency's start in 1970.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-history

Wetland mitigation resources

We provide resources to landowners and developers to help with wetland mitigation planning.

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

Shoreline natural hazards management

We work to minimize the impacts of natural hazards to communities and natural resources.

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

Eastern Washington water projects

Our water supply and enhancement projects are providing water security in Eastern Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-supply-projects-ew

Organics management for businesses

Many businesses in Washington must arrange for organic materials collection.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/organics-and-food-waste/2022-organics-management-law/organics-management-for-businesses

Everett Smelter cleanup

Ecology is cleaning up lead and arsenic contamination in NE Everett. Enroll in soil sampling today.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/everett-smelter

The Nooksack and Sumas Transboundary Flood Initiative

The Transboundary Flood Initiative is a collaborative effort to reduce flood risk & restore habitats

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/nooksack-transboundary-flood-initiative

Hangman Creek multi-parameter TMDL

We're working to improve water quality in Hangman Creek.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/hangman-creek

Soos Creek watershed fine sediment TMDL

We are working with partners in the Soos Creek basin to address fine sediment impairments.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/soos-creek-watershed-fine-sediment-tmdl

Soos Creek watershed multi-parameter TMDL

We are working with partners in the Soos Creek watershed to improve water quality.

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

Hazardous waste generation fee

Washington businesses that generate any amount of dangerous waste must pay this fee.

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

Before you apply

The Voluntary Cleanup Program provides technical help for cleanups. Is it right for your cleanup project?

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/voluntary-cleanup-program/before-you-apply

WCC disaster response

Learn about WCC's disaster response services.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/jobs-at-ecology/washington-conservation-corps/disaster-response

PCB light replacement in schools

Learn about our PCB light replacement program in schools and apply to participate.

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

Washington's Cap-and-Invest Program

Learn how we're working to reduce carbon pollution through the Climate Commitment Act.

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

Washington brownfield conferences and workshops

Brownfield workshops connect you with resources so you can turn perceived problems into community assets.

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

Waste Not Washington School Awards

Sustainability school awards for waste reduction, recycling, and creative environmental curriculum.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/solid-waste-management/waste-not-washington-school-awards

Boeing Auburn Cleanup Site

Information on the contamination cleanup at the Boeing Auburn site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/boeing-auburn-fabrication-site

Bellingham Bay cleanup

We are cleaning up contamination at 12 sites in the Bellingham Bay area.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/bellingham-bay

Wetlands & climate change

Wetlands are important for mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change.

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

Water Quality Assessment & 303(d) List

We assess water data to understand how clean the rivers, lakes, and marine waters are in the state.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/assessment-of-state-waters-303d

Eightmile Dam rebuild & restoration

Repair and restoration of the Eightmile Dam is undergoing environmental review.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/icicle-creek-strategy/eightmile-dam

Washington's single-use plastic bag ban

Washington's single-use plastic bag ban prohibits single-use plastic carryout bags in businesses.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/plastics/plastic-bag-ban

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act compliance

Learn how manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can comply with the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA)

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

Stormwater management program components

Get answers to common questions about implementing municipal stormwater permits.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/stormwater-permittee-guidance-resources/municipal-stormwater-permit-guidance/stormwater-management-program

Index of interpretive and policy statements, and declaratory and final orders

Our interpretive and policy statements.

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

Shoreline management contacts

Our shoreline management staff can help you with planning and permitting.

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

Advance permittee-responsible mitigation

Advance mitigation is one available option to compensate for unavoidable impacts to wetlands.

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

Fuel pathways and carbon intensity

Learn how carbon intensity scores are assigned under the Clean Fuel Standard using fuel pathways.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/clean-fuel-standard/fuel-pathways-and-carbon-intensity

Ecology Litter Corps

An employment program for youth and adults to pick up litter on Washington's roads.

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

Green chemistry

We work with schools, researchers, and businesses to integrate green chemistry into their work.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/green-chemistry

Toxic chemicals in your home

Products in our homes can contain toxic chemicals including PFAS, phthalates, lead, and more. Learn how to reduce your exposure

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

Privacy notice

Learn about your use of our website: the information we collect, cookies, security, and your privacy.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/website-information/privacy-notice

Proyecto del arroyo Swift

Proyecto de control de inundaciones y manejo de sedimentos

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/sediment-cleanups/sedimentos-del-arroyo-swift

Updates to the surface water quality standards

We update our water quality standards through rulemaking and the triennial review.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-standards/updates-to-the-standards