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South Bend seafood processor fined $33,000 for water quality violations
July 26, 2023 News release: The Washington Department of Ecology is penalizing South Bend Products $33,000 for multiple water quality violations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/july-26-south-bend-seafoods-penalty
New rules add clarity for cap-and-invest program
September 7, 2023 News release: The Washington Department of Ecology has proposed new rules to clarify aspects of the Allowance Price Containment Reserve (APCR).
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/sept-7-apcr-rulemaking
Ecology seeks community input on local air quality issues
November 2, 2023 News release: Ecology is holding open houses in Spokane, George and Mattawa as part of our work in overburdened communities under the Climate Commitment Act.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/ecology-seeks-community-input-on-local-air-quality
Ecology, Olympia Brewery owner reach settlement over 2019 spill
November 8, 2023 News release: Ecology and Olympia Brewery reach settlement over 2019 spill
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/nov-8-ecology-olympia-brewery-owner-reach-settlement-over-2019-spill
New protections to reduce plastic and foam pollution from dock floats
December 13, 2023 News release: Starting in January 2024, floating plastic foam used to support floating docks and walkways must be fully encased in a durable shell.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/dec-13-new-protections-reduce-pollution-docks
Paper mill issued $42,000 penalty for hazardous waste violations
September 24, 2024 News release: The Washington Department of Ecology issued a $42,000 penalty to Cosmo Specialty Fibers for multiple dangerous waste violations. 
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/sept-24-cosmo-penalty
New report and dashboard show Climate Commitment Act investments
November 27, 2024 News release: See exactly how Climate Commitment Act funds have been spent on transit, wildfire preparedness, clean energy and more.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/nov-27-cca-investments
Industrial painting company fined $49,000 for hazardous waste violations at Kelso, Longview facilities
August 21, 2024 News release: Industrial painting company fined $49,000 for hazardous waste violations at Kelso, Longview facilities
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/aug-21-steel-painter-penalty
Weyerhaeuser’s Longview lumber mill fined $145,000 for stormwater violations
July 30, 2024 News release: The Washington Department of Ecology issued two penalties totaling $145,000 to Weyerhaeuser for stormwater violations at the company’s Longview lumber mill.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/july-30-lumber-mill-fined
Seafood company reaches settlement over permit issues
June 24, 2024 News release: Seafood company South Bend Products will pay $16,000 to resolve violations of its water quality permit as part of a settlement agreement with the Washington Department of Ecology.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/june-24-seafood-company-settlement
Preparing Whatcom water users for adjudication
April 19, 2024 News release: Ecology has mailed 30,000 post cards to Nooksack area water users to let them know about adjudication.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/apr-19-adjudications-postcard
Ecology names new central Washington region director
January 23, 2024 News release: David Bowen to oversee regional environmental work spanning water, air quality, cleanup, environmental justice and more.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/jan-23-ecology-names-new-central-washington-region-director
State of Washington, federal agencies finalize agreement on future of tank waste cleanup at Hanford Site
January 10, 2025 News release: The Tri-Party Agreement Agencies have finalized a landmark agreement that outlines a realistic and achievable course for cleaning up millions of gallons of underground tank waste at the Hanford Site.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/hanford-site-holistic-agreement-finalized
Wastewater treatment plants awarded for top performance
August 20, 2025 News release: Ecology is recognizing 121 wastewater facilities and their operators with the agency’s annual Outstanding Performance Awards.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/aug-20-wastewater-treatment-plants-awarded-for-top-performance
Ecology begins environmental review of proposal to rebuild Eightmile Lake Dam
December 17, 2020 News release: We are asking the public what we should examine as we study environmental impacts resulting from the construction and rebuild of the Eightmile Dam.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/dec-18-eightmile-dam-scoping
Washington adopts plan for transition to zero-emission vehicles
December 19, 2022 News release: Washington adopts plan for transition to new zero-emission vehicles by 2035.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/dec-19-clean-vehicles-ii-adoption
Ecology adopts regulations on toxic chemicals in consumer products
May 31, 2023 News release: The Washington Department of Ecology issued new regulations to reduce pollution from toxic chemicals in consumer products.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/may-31-new-safer-products-for-wa-regulation
Public invited to comment on regulatory actions addressing chemicals in consumer products
November 18, 2021 News release: Consumers use hundreds of items every day, and many contain hazardous chemicals. Ecology is seeking input to determine which potentially hazardous chemicals it should regulate in consumer products.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2021/nov-18-public-invited-to-comment-on-regulatory-act
Grants awarded for Washington’s first electric fire engines
April 27, 2023 News release: Washington will receive the state’s first electric fire engines in 2026. Ecology has given $1.18 M to Bellevue and Redmond through our VW and Clean Diesel grant programs.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/april-27-grants-awarded-for-washington-s-first-ele
Updates proposed to lab accreditation process
April 19, 2023 News release: Seeking public input on proposed changes to the Accreditation of Environmental Laboratories rule. Changes include improved guidelines and updated fees.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/april-19-updates-to-lab-accreditation-process
Pilchuck River watershed needs cool pools and more shade
October 15, 2020 News release: Comment on a plan to cool the Pilchuck River and its tributaries and protect their dissolved oxygen levels
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/oct-15-pilchuck-watershed
Loans for septic repairs and replacement now available to entire state
September 21, 2021 News release: Homeowners in every county can now access loans to repair and replace septic systems
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2021/sept-21-septic-loans
Ecology invests $22 million to help rivers and streams
October 7, 2020 News release: Communities around the state will soon receive grant funds to support projects that protect rivers and improve streamflows. The Washington Department of Ecology is investing up to $22 million in 21 high priority projects located in 16 watersheds.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/oct-7-streamflow-restoration-grants
New Ecology rule updates dangerous waste regulations
October 1, 2020 News release: Washington has updated regulations preventing dangerous wastes from making their way into the environment.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/oct-1-new-ecology-rule-updates-dangerous-waste-reg
Washington finalizes historic cap-and-invest plan to slash carbon pollution
September 29, 2022 News release: Washington finalizes historic plan to slash carbon pollution by adopting cap-and-invest regulations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/sept-29-cap-and-invest-adoption
Ecology invites comment on Skagit County comprehensive update and review of Shoreline Master Program
March 27, 2023 News release: We're seeking public input on a combined Shoreline Master Program update for Skagit County and the towns of Hamilton and Lyman.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/march-27-skagit-smp-comment-period
Dangerous fire on Tacoma tideflats leads to $1.9 million fine
October 7, 2019 News release: We have issued a $1.9 million penalty to Stericycle for mishandling hazardous waste.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/dangerous-fire-on-tacoma-tideflats-leads-to-1-9-m
Awarding $312 million to communities for clean water projects
July 1, 2021 News release: Ecology is awarding $312 million in grants and loans for 108 high-priority clean water projects.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2021/july-1-awarding-312-million-to-communities-for-cl
Ecology and Energy reach agreement to address Hanford’s leaking underground tanks
August 25, 2022 News release: The Washington State Department of Ecology and the U.S. Department of Energy have agreed on a plan for how to respond to two underground tanks that are leaking radioactive waste as well as any future tank leaks at the Hanford Site.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/hanford-leaking-tanks-agreed-order
Electron Hydro fined $501,000 for Puyallup River pollution
June 8, 2021 News release: Ecology has issued a $501,000 penalty and an Administrative Order to Electron Hydro for the discharge of sports turf into the Puyallup River and ongoing water quality violations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2021/june-8-electron-dam-penalty
Ecology invites comment on updates to toxic cleanup regulations
February 16, 2023 News release: We invite the public to comment on proposed updates to toxic cleanup regulations. Proposed changes would improve the process for prioritizing, investigating, and cleaning up contaminated sites.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/mtca-rule-comment
State adopts updated Colville River watershed plan
June 30, 2020 News release: A locally-developed watershed plan will protect rivers and streams in the Colville River watershed while securing water for future rural growth.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/june-30-wria-59-colville-streamflow-plan
Awarding $216 million to communities for clean water projects
June 22, 2020 News release: We are awarding $216 million in grants and loans to fund 81 high-priority clean water projects to help upgrade sewer systems, manage stormwater, and prevent nonpoint pollution.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/june-22-clean-water-grant-awards
Achilles penalized for two spills that impacted wildlife
June 18, 2020 News release: Achilles penalized for two spills Negligence a factor in 2018 spills at Everett facility
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/achilles-penalized-for-two-spills-that-impacted-wi
Celebrating your local outstanding wastewater treatment plant
June 29, 2022 News release: Ecology is honoring wastewater treatment plant operators by recognizing 124 facilities with an Outstanding Performance Award.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/june-30-wastewater-treatment-plant-awards
EPA approves Budd Inlet water cleanup plan
January 10, 2023 News release: Last month, the Washington Department of Ecology received approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its water quality cleanup plan for Budd Inlet.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/jan-10-epa-approves-budd-inlet-tmdl
Ecology director pushes for Hanford funding in D.C. visit
March 21, 2022 News release: Ecology Director Laura Watson visited Washington, D.C., in March to push for Hanford cleanup funding.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/march-21-ecology-director-pushes-for-hanford-fundi
Ecology proposes updates to wastewater treatment plant operator certification program
March 13, 2019 News release: Proposed updates to Washington State Department of Ecology’s Wastewater Operator Certification Program reflect new treatment technologies, create opportunities for professional growth, and establish a new fee schedule.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/march-13-updates-to-operator-certification-program
Plastic bottle and trash bag makers must register with state by April 1
February 3, 2022 News release: New law requires some plastics include a minimum amount of recycled content beginning in 2023
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/feb-3-plastic-producer-registration
Vancouver fined $60,000 for spilling sewage into Columbia River
January 4, 2019 News release: We have fined the city of Vancouver $60,000 for spilling nearly 600,000 gallons of raw or partially treated sewage into the Columbia River in 2017
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/jan-4-vancouver
State proposes plan for $112.7 million VW settlement 
November 16, 2017 News release:
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2017/nov-16-vw-settlement-plan
More than $300 million awarded to support clean water projects
June 21, 2023 News release: More than 125 clean water projects across Washington will receive $314 million in grants and loans from Ecology.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/june-21-more-than-300-million-awarded
$2.2 million in grants awarded to improve water management and watershed restoration in the Walla Walla River Basin
June 29, 2023 News release: We are awarding $2.2 million in grant funding for watershed restoration and water management projects in the Walla Walla River Basin.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/june-29-water-management-grants-in-walla-walla
$2.2 million in grants awarded to improve water management and watershed restoration in the Walla Walla River Basin
June 29, 2023 News release: We are awarding $2.2 million in grant funding for watershed restoration and water management projects in the Walla Walla River Basin.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/june-29-water-management-grants-in-walla-walla-d6aec9105b52f49b93b3e53ec8138fe7
“Charge Where You Are”: Ecology offers grants for EV charging stations
September 26, 2023 News release: Ecology will offer $3.5 million in grants to increase access to EV charging infrastructure across Washington.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/sept-26-charge-where-you-are-grant-announcement
Plastic bottles and bags to be made with more recycled content
October 31, 2023 News release: New regulations from the Washington Department of Ecology will increase the value of plastic that gets recycled and reused to make new plastic packaging.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/oct-31-law-increases-recycling-decreases-waste
Lewis County landowner penalized $168,000 for stormwater pollution
November 16, 2023 News release: Ecology is penalizing a landowner in Lewis County $168,000 for repeated water quality violations. 
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/nov-16-lewis-county-landowner-penalty
New report shows air pollution hits Washington’s most vulnerable the hardest
December 28, 2023 News release: A new Ecology report shows people in 16 overburdened areas of Washington face a higher death rate from air pollution than the state average.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/dec-28-new-report-shows-air-pollution-hits-washington-s-most-vulnerable-the-hardest
New rulemaking will reduce plastic and other contamination in compost 
December 10, 2024 News release: New rule is aimed at reducing contamination in organic waste going to organic waste handling facilities.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/dec-10
The Home Depot penalized $1.6 million for selling restricted hydrofluorocarbon products
June 27, 2024 News release: The Home Depot was penalized $1.6 million for selling prohibited hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) products. HFCs are powerful greenhouse gases that do far more damage than carbon dioxide.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/june-27-home-depot-penalty
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