Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Businesses that generate or store dangerous waste or chemicals must submit reports and pay fees.

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

This program helps businesses transition away from toxic chemicals to safer products through technical support and funding.

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

Washington's toxics in products laws

These Washington laws are designed to keep toxic chemicals out of consumer products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/washingtons-toxics-in-products-laws

Walla Walla Water 2050 water management plan

Walla Walla Water 2050 is renewing efforts to improve water supplies in the Walla Walla River Basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/walla-walla-2050

Wetlands: Nature's water filters, sponges & nurseries

We provide resources for regulatory and nonregulatory approaches to protecting wetlands.

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

Wetland tools & resources

Find wetland tools and resources.

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

Education and training

Professional, science-based shoreline education and training that helps protect the environment.

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

Improving streamflows

We help protect rivers and streams while providing water for rural areas.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/improving-streamflows

Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Learn about Padilla Bay's research and education programs, and visiting our interpretive center.

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

Columbia River water supply projects

We are implementing projects to help meet water needs in the Columbia River Basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/columbia-river-basin-projects

Tracking greenhouse gases

We're working to slow the effects of greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/tracking-greenhouse-gases

Planning for flood hazards

Learn about climate change flooding hazards and our response.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/flood-impacts

Vehicle emissions

Information about the Clean Car Law, diesel exhaust, and Volkswagen settlement.

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

Responding to water supply needs

Learn how climate change might affect our water supplies.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/water-supply-impacts

Hydrofluorocarbon transition

Over the next four years, Washington will stop using hydrofluorocarbons in equipment and products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/hydrofluorocarbons

Air quality targets

We monitor air pollution to protect your health.

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

Protecting coastal communities

Washington’s coastal areas are inherently vulnerable to dynamic coastal processes and rising seas.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/sea-level-rise

Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy

Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy is our roadmap to plan and prepare for the impacts of climate change.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/washingtons-climate-strategy

Power plant greenhouse gas standards

Power plants in Washington are required to meet emission standards for greenhouse gases.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/ghg-standards-for-power-plants

Report burning and air quality issues

Report smoke, suspicious activity, or air quality violations.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/report-an-environmental-issue/report-burning-and-air-quality-issues

Shoreline Master Program amendments

Shorelines are for everyone. Send us comments on proposed changes to your local shoreline program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/public-input-events/shoreline-master-programs

Open data plan

We make our data available in open and readily usable formats to ensure access and collaboration.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/online-tools-publications/open-data-plan

Northwest Region

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/northwest-region

Central Region

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/central-region

Eastern Region

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/eastern-region

Help save Puget Sound

Puget Sound needs your help. Here's how you can reduce household and recreational pollution sources.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/earth-day/how-you-can-help-save-puget-sound

Working at Ecology

Learn about what it's like to work at Ecology.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/jobs-at-ecology/working-at-ecology

Quality assurance

We rely on quality assurance to monitor, improve, and assess our scientific practices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/environmental-assessment/scientific-services/quality-assurance

Quality assurance for grantees

Find quality assurance information for environmental science grant applicants.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/environmental-assessment/scientific-services/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-for-grantees

Manchester Environmental Laboratory

Manchester Lab provides scientific services to local, state, federal, and tribal governments.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/environmental-assessment/manchester-environmental-laboratory

How to submit comments to us

Tips for individuals and member organizations wishing to submit comments during open comment periods

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/public-input-events/commenting-tips

Federal Puget Sound Grant Program

We manage funds addressing toxic chemicals, nutrients, and watershed restoration in Puget Sound

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/policy-regulation-federal-funding

Puget Sound riparian grants

Our riparian grant program is designed to increase restoration in and along Puget Sound rivers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/riparian-restoration/riparian-systems

Pump Out, Don't Dump Out

A no-discharge zone will help keep Puget Sound clean for shellfishing, swimming, and recreating.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/no-discharge-zone/pump-out-dont-dump-out

Puget Sound sediments

Our scientists study marine sediments and the animals that live there.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/sound-science/marine-sediments

Burn bans

Find information about current burn bans and restrictions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/smoke-fire/burn-bans

Stream channel migration zones

Assessing how stream channels migrate helps lower risks to people, communities, and infrastructure.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/hazards/stream-channel-migration-zones

Biosolids

Biosolids are an important source of soil nutrients for farmers and land managers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/biosolids

Plastics

Reduce the use of plastics, and recycle plastics

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

Washington Conservation Corps

Washington Conservation Corps is your chance to gain hands-on experience in the environmental field.

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

WCC field crew positions

WCC field crews complete restoration, trail, and spike projects across the state.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/jobs-at-ecology/washington-conservation-corps/field-crew-program

Tire anti-degradant (6PPD) and 6PPD-quinone (6PPDQ)

Learn how we are addressing the chemical in tires known as 6PPD and the resulting 6PPD-quinone.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/addressing-priority-toxic-chemicals/6ppd

Safer Salons Partnership

Small salons in Washington have the opportunity to apply for financial assistance in switching to safer hair care products.

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

Swimming tips to minimize risk

Follow these tips to avoid swimming-related illnesses when swimming or wading at beaches.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/saltwater/beach-program/swimming-tips

PFAS in food packaging

Learn about the ban on certain types of food packaging that contain PFAS.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/washingtons-toxics-in-products-laws/pfas-in-food-packaging

City of Issaquah Shoreline Master Program: locally initiated amendment

We approved City of Issaquah's locally initiated amendment of their Shoreline Master Program.

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

Shoreline mapping

We provide shoreline data that covers all state inland marine waters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/coastal-monitoring-assessment/projects/shoreline-mapping

Clean Water Guidance Advisory Group

We're working with an advisory group to develop clean water guidance for agriculture.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/voluntary-clean-water-guidance-for-agriculture-adv

Mercury lights: LightRecycle

Information about the LightRecycle program and regulatory guidance for businesses.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/our-recycling-programs/mercury-lights

Spokane River multi-parameter TMDL

We work with partners to increase oxygen and reduce metals and PCBs in the Spokane River.

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