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Boots on the ground: Touring WCC projects across the state
Join us on a spin around the state to learn more about a few of the projects our AmeriCorps members have contributed to this year.
Water quality standards update
We are proposing a change in how we test for bacteria. These tests are a more precise indicator of contaminants that can affect human health and the environment.
Watching Washington's water supply
The western and southern part of the state is abnormally dry with some areas showing moderately drought-like conditions.
Hitting the brakes on copper pollution
June is Orca Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to become aware of the impacts pollution coming from things like vehicle brakes can have.
Water supply update: Yakima Basin
In April, water managers announced a 100 percent water supply for Yakima irrigators this season. They optimistically predicted all water users were set.
Tacoma Smelter Plume Yard Program progress
To address soil contamination left behind by the former Asarco smelter, we're breaking ground, removing dirt, and cleaning up 39 yards in North Tacoma and 16 yards on Vashon-Maury Island.
Puget Sound Nutrient Watch: Algal Blooms
Excess nutrients can cause an explosion of algae growth called algal blooms, we discuss more about these blooms.
Reflections on first Puget Sound Nutrient Forum
On April 25, key decision makers, scientists, and practitioners met at the first Puget Sound Nutrient Forum to form an advisory workgroup.
Ecology secures $5 million in federal grants to help partners conserve five coastal wetlands
May is American Wetlands Month and we are pleased to announce grant awards that help protect, restore, and preserve coastal wetlands in Clallam, Island, Kitsap, and Skagit counties.
Boots on the Ground: WCC deploys 37 to assist flood response efforts, 35 more on standby
As of today, we'll have 37 WCC members deployed to help communities in Okanogan and Pend Oreille counties respond to the most severe flooding the region has seen in more than 40 years.