Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Replace PERC dry cleaning equipment

Switching from PERC dry cleaning to wet cleaning or hydrocarbon may qualify you for financial help.

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

Bothell area cleanup

Ecology is managing and investing in 24 cleanup sites in the Bothell downtown and surrounding area.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/bothell

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

Lower Duwamish Waterway

We are leading efforts to control sources of pollution going into the Lower Duwamish Waterway.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/lower-duwamish-waterway

Zosel Dam History

Zosel Dam. which maintains water levels on Osoyoos Lake, is the only dam we own and operate.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-the-public/dams-we-regulate/zosel-dam/zosel-dam-history

Stormwater funding requirements

Resources and requirements for stormwater projects that receive Water Quality Combined Funding.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-grants-and-loans/stormwater-funding-resources

Washington waters — ours to protect

You can make small changes at home, at play, and at work to help protect Washington's waters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/earth-day/washington-waters-ours-to-protect-16d2378f76d0cd1251378b5dfa15b3be

Improving groundwater management in the Pasco Basin

Learn more about Pasco Basin groundwater management project.

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

Contaminants of Emerging Concern in wastewater

We are learning how pharmaceuticals and personal care products may be affecting water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/wastewater/contaminants-of-emerging-concern

Cleaning up contaminated sediment in Washington

Cleaning up contaminated sediment protects human health and Washington's valuable natural resources.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/sediment-cleanups

Why it matters

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/why-it-matters

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

Puget Sound is now a no-discharge zone for vessel sewage

A no discharge zone will protect Puget Sound from vessel sewage releases.

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

Public records requests and disclosure

We're required to promptly make identifiable records available to the public.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/public-records-requests

Green-Duwamish watershed pollutant loading assessment

We work with stakeholders to assess water pollution in the Green-Duwamish watershed.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/green-duwamish-watershed-pla

Wetland mitigation compliance

We follow up on wetland mitigation sites to ensure mitigation requirements are fulfilled.

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

Wetlands function assessment project

Learn about the wetland function assessment methods, the basis of the current wetland rating system.

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

About the Reserve

Padilla Bay Reserve protects more than 11,000 acres of critical intertidal and upland habitat.

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

History of Padilla Bay

The Breazeale family dedicated their lives, land, and home to protecting Padilla Bay.

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

Teacher resources

Learn about workshops, download our estuary curriculum, and check out our favorite online resources.

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

Whatcom County Limited Amendment

On April 3, 2018, we provided recommended changes to Whatcom County's proposed SMP amendments.

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

Port of Seattle Wetland Mitigation and Habitat Conservation Umbrella Bank

Find out more about the proposed Port of Seattle Umbrella bank in King County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/port-of-seattle

Sediment staff contacts and expertise directory

We have experts who can answer your questions about sediment cleanups and sediment management.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/sediment-cleanups/sediment-staff-contacts

NRDAR Council restoration projects

We restore, recover, or protect natural resources and habitats affected by contamination.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/natural-resource-damage-assessment-and-restoration/nrdar-council-restoration-projects

Why spills happen

Summary and analysis of the causes of oil spills in Washington

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/spills/oil-spill-prevention/why-spills-happen-old

What is vapor intrusion?

Some common chemicals in groundwater can move into buildings and impact indoor air quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/uw-tacoma/vapor-intrusion

2023-25 Strategic Plan

Get to know Ecology, our mission, vision, and goals for 2023-2025.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/strategic-plan/2023-25-strategic-plan

Developing Dam Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)

An emergency action plan helps dam owners act quickly and strategically to reduce risks and damages.

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

Information for engineers

Dam construction and approval information for engineers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-engineers

Dam safety technical notes

Dam safety technical notes for assessing and reducing risks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-engineers/technical-notes

Shoreline mapping

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

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/coastal-research-and-engineering/shoreline-mapping

Puget Sound

We work with a wide range of partners using the best available science and research to better understand and counter challenges facing Puget Sound.

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

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

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

In-lieu fee mitigation

In-lieu fee mitigation is one option that can be used to offset unavoidable impacts to wetlands.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/in-lieu-fee-mitigation

Mini toiletries in lodgings law

A law aimed at single-use plastics in lodging establishments will reduce unnecessary packaging in Washington.

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

Recycling Development Center

The new Recycling Development Center is tasked with bolstering Washington's recycling markets.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/strategic-policy-and-planning/recycling-development-center

Y-Valve education pilot program

The Y-Valve education pilot program

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

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

Recreational foam replacement program

Schools, gyms, and other businesses can apply to participate in our foam replacement program.

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

Bisphenol thermal receipt replacement program

Businesses may qualify for reimbursement to replace bisphenol thermal receipt paper and equipment.

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

Toxic chemicals in juvenile Chinook salmon

Scientists study flame retardants in Snohomish River fish to help salmon and orcas.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/toxics-studies/source-assessments/toxic-chemicals-in-chinook-salmon

Options for contaminated site cleanup

Under Washington law, you have four options for cleaning up a site contaminated by hazardous waste.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-process/cleanup-options

Underground storage tank regulations

We updated the underground storage tank regulations, Chapter 173-360A WAC, known as the UST rule.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/underground-storage-tanks/ust-regulation-overview

Funded integrated planning grants

Integrated Planning Grants funded in the 2019–2021 biennium.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/payments-contracts-grants/grants-loans/find-a-grant-or-loan/integrated-planning-grants/funded-integrated-planning-grants

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)

We are working to prevent PAH chemicals from impacting human health and the environment.

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

Lead in eyeliner

Learn about the health and environmental impacts of lead in eyeliners and safer alternatives.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/addressing-priority-toxic-chemicals/lead/lead-in-eyeliner

Lead in cookware law

Learn how to comply with Washington’s law prohibiting the sale, manufacture, or distribution of cookware containing lead or lead compounds.

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

Addressing priority toxic chemicals

We are taking action against toxic chemicals of high concern to human health and the environment.

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

Product Replacement Program

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