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Meaningful Momentum: CCA updates for June & July 2022
The blog may have skipped a month, but the work never stopped! Come check out our new post covering June and July — and get ready for a double dose of program updates!
Cleaning up: Pasco Landfill
More than 35,000 drums were removed from the closed Pasco Landfill. Contractors completed the work safely, incorporated green principles, and positively impacted the community.
Independent studies show new climate change initiatives deliver significant benefits at minimal costs
We're sharing independent economic analyses of the Climate Commitment Act and the Clean Fuel Standard.
Clean water projects get a boost from the other Washington
We're awarding $317 million in grants and loans for 124 high-priority clean water projects across the state.
Partnerships fuel removal of toxic tires from Washington’s waters

Removing waste tires from Washington's waters is a complex, long-term issue. But we can start tackling parts of the problem now. Learn about two of our grant recipients working on tire removal.

New rulemaking will update protections for aquatic life from toxic chemicals
Based on EPA recommendations and feedback, we started the process to update our aquatic life criteria to reflect new information about toxic chemicals.
Why is this drought so wet?
Higher than normal snowpack and one of the wettest springs in recent memory may lead to questions about the current drought declaration. We have answers.
We’re on the move: Launching the next Safer Products for Washington phase
We’re gearing up to develop rules for the first Safer Products for Washington cycle, and we hope you will continue to be involved.
Meaningful Momentum: CCA updates for May 2022
On May 17, 2022, we proposed rule language for Chapter 173-446 WAC, which establishes the mechanics of the cap-and-invest program. Learn more about this major milestone and other CCA updates!
Dam scary words for un-scary dam conditions
Terms like "high hazard" and "poor condition" might sound a little scary when talking about dams. Here's what the terms really mean.