Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Solid Waste Handling Standards Rulemaking – Advisory Committee

Agendas and meeting notes from a series of advisory committees on the WAC 173-350 rulemaking.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/solid-waste-handling-rulemaking-advisory-committee

Emergency incidents: what owners should do

It is important for dam owners to be prepared for earthquakes, floods, and wildfires.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-dam-owners/earthquakes-floods-wildfires

Fees

Dam safety fees include pre-construction review fees and inspection fees.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-dam-owners/fees

Monitoring bacteria in Puget Sound

High bacteria levels in Puget Sound are a risk to human health.

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

Ocean management

We work with partners across Washington to protect, understand, and manage ocean resources.

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

Washington's marine spatial plan

We plan for human uses on Washington’s coast to manage impacts and ensure a healthy ocean ecosystem.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/ocean-management/marine-spatial-planning

Water availability

We study and regulate water resources by watershed. Find yours and see water availability.

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

Shoreline planners toolbox

Our toolbox offers guidance and resources for developing and maintaining Shoreline Master Programs.

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

Region office contacts

Contact information for our region offices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/contact-us/region-contacts

Reclaimed water

Reclaimed water is treated wastewater, safely used for irrigation, toilet flushing, or landscaping.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/reclaimed-water

Hanford cleanup process

An overview of our role in cleaning up the Hanford Site.

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

Current permits and actions

Learn about active biosolids permit proposals.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/biosolids/learn-about/permit-actions

Former orchard lands

Former orchards might have arsenic and lead in the soil. Learn where it is and how to stay safe.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/former-orchard-lands

Pollution prevention (P2) grants

Learn how businesses and local governments can apply for funding for pollution prevention projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/pollution-prevention-services/p2-grants

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

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

Outdoor and residential burning

Outdoor and residential burning: What and where you can't burn, what to do instead of burning.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/smoke-fire/outdoor-residential-burning

Columbia & Snake River temperature TMDL

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

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

Requirements for metering water use

Certain water users are required to meter and report their water use.

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

Reducing diesel emissions

We are reducing harmful diesel emissions by helping fleets use clean diesel technology.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/diesel-emissions

Air emissions inventory

An air emissions inventory is a thorough, detailed estimate of air pollution.

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

Health effects from diesel pollution

Diesel pollution can hurt your health.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/diesel-emissions/health-impacts

Investing in cleaner transportation

Information about the how we are working toward cleaner transportation.

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

Generating credits in the Clean Fuel Standard

Participants can earn credits under the Clean Fuel Standard.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/clean-fuel-standard/generating-credits

Benefits of the Clean Fuel Standard

The Clean Fuel Standard benefits Washington residents and the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/clean-fuel-standard/benefits

Emission check program ended

The emission check program in Washington ended Jan. 1, 2020. Information about vehicle tab renewal.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/vehicle-emissions/emissions-check-ends

Clean Fuel Standard data & reports

Reports and data from the Clean Fuel Standard

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/clean-fuel-standard/data-reports

Prevent nonattainment

We help communities meet national air quality standards by awarding prevent nonattainment grants.

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

Carbon monoxide in Washington's air

High levels of carbon monoxide pollution can harm your health.

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

Lead in Washington's air

Lead pollution is monitored because it threatens you and your children's health.

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

Nitrogen dioxide in Washington's air

Nitrogen dioxide is harmful to health and contributes to smog and haze.

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

Low Carbon Energy Siting Study Interagency Policy Team

The Interagency Policy team will work to improve permit processes for low carbon energy projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/clean-energy-coordination/low-carbon-energy-siting-2023/interagency-policy-team

Sulfur dioxide in Washington's air

Sulfur dioxide harms health and contributes to particle pollution.

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

Public posting

You can review or comment on documents posted by our four region offices.

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

Groundwater resources

We provide links and resources to learn more about groundwater.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/groundwater-resources

Wetland contacts by subject & region

Have a wetland-related question? Find our regional wetland and subject-specific wetland contacts.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources/contacts-by-subject-region

Interagency wetland mitigation guidance

Access current interagency guidance on wetland mitigation requirements in Washington.

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

Straight to implementation

We use a process called straight to implementation as a tool to improve water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/straight-to-implementation

About Padilla Bay

Learn more about Padilla Bay, its history, and location and hours for visiting the Reserve.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve/about-padilla-bay

Water right adjudications

Adjudication is the legal process to resolve conflict and competition on a water source.

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

Wetland mitigation banking

Wetland mitigation banks are one option available to compensate for unavoidable wetland impacts.

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

Testing drinking water

Concerned about the water in your well? Find an accredited lab to test your drinking water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/wells/testing-drinking-water

Freshwater Algae Control Program

Get help identifying and managing toxic algae in Washington lakes.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/freshwater/freshwater-algae-control

State-approved SMP list

Status of more than 260 cities and counties required to update their Shoreline Master Programs.

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

Washington Coastal Zone Management Program & policies

The Coastal Zone Management Act gives states the primary role in managing their coastal zone.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/coastal-zone-management/programs-policies

Nitrate in groundwater data & assessment

Nitrogen contamination of groundwater is a problem in several areas. See where and why.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/nitrate-data-assessment

Tools to interpret and implement

Get help understanding how the surface water quality standards apply to your work.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-standards/assistance

Federal wetland regulations

While federal rules protecting wetlands are in flux, we continue to regulate them under state law.

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

Protecting aquifers

We work to protect underground water aquifers from contamination and protect drinking water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/protecting-aquifers