Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) will soon be banned for sale in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/plastics/2021-plastic-pollution-laws/expanded-polystyrene-ban

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

Refrigerant Management Program

Refrigerant Management Program (RMP) requires facilities with refrigeration and air conditioning systems to conduct, report, and repair leaks.

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

Mandatory greenhouse gas reports

Our mandatory greenhouse gas program requires some facilities to report their emissions.

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

Aquatic Species Restoration Program

The ASRP is a science-based plan to restore and enhance the Chehalis River basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/chehalis-basin/aquatic-species-restoration-plan

Puget Sound Watershed Characterization Project

A regional planning tool that identifies areas of the Puget Sound to protect, restore, or develop.

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

How we help protect orcas

Our work benefits orcas by improving environmental conditions & reducing toxics in the environment.

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

Wastewater funding requirements

Wastewater project funding requirements

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-quality-grants-and-loans/wastewater-funding-requirements

Wetland mitigation resources

We provide resources to landowners and developers to help with wetland mitigation planning.

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

Protecting stream flows

An instream flow is a water right for the stream and the resources that depend on it.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/protecting-stream-flows

Eastern Washington water projects

Our water supply and enhancement projects are providing water security in Eastern Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-supply-projects-ew

Wildfire risks caused by climate change

Wildfire risk from climate change and impacts on health, economy, and environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/responding-to-climate-change/wildfire-risks

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

Oxygen & nutrients in Puget Sound

Nutrients from many different sources reduces dissolved oxygen levels in Puget Sound.

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

Toxic chemicals in Puget Sound

Toxic chemicals used in everyday activities can harm human health and the environment.

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

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

No discharge zone resources & studies

We conducted a series of studies to designate Puget Sound as a no discharge zone.

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

Studying contamination at Rayonier: What we've learned

We study contaminated sites so that we know what contamination is there, where it is, and how it interacts with the site. Knowing these things lets us plan effective cleanups.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-angeles-harbor/rayonier-mill/contamination-studies

WCC member positions

We support WCC positions for young adults and military veterans.

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

Our partners in oil spill prevention, preparedness, and response

We partner with government agencies and nonprofits in oil spill prevention, education, and response.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/spills-partners

Safer Products for Washington

A new law aims to prevent toxic chemicals from being used in common products.

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

Hangman Creek multi-parameter TMDL

We're working to improve water quality in Hangman Creek.

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

Soos Creek watershed multi-parameter TMDL

We are working with partners in the Soos Creek watershed to improve water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/soos-creek-multi-parameter-tmdl

South Fork Nooksack temperature TMDL

We work with partners to improve the water quality of the South Fork Nooksack River.

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

Hazardous waste generation fee

Washington businesses that generate any amount of dangerous waste must pay this fee.

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

Expedited Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) process

The Expedited VCP process is designed to encourage cleanup and redevelopment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/voluntary-cleanup-program/vcp-expedited

Before you apply

The Voluntary Cleanup Program provides technical help for cleanups. Is it right for your cleanup project?

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/voluntary-cleanup-program/before-you-apply

Cap-and-Invest auction revenue

Learn about the types of projects that can be funded by proceeds from Cap-and-Invest auctions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/auction-revenue

Use Food Well Washington Plan

The Use Food Well Washington Plan is Washington's roadmap to reduce food waste by 50% by 2030.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/organics-and-food-waste/sustainable-food-center/use-food-well-washington-plan

WCC disaster response

Learn about WCC's disaster response services.

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

Rayonier Mill cleanup

We are working toward a safer, cleaner waterfront and harbor in Port Angeles with the Rayonier Mill cleanup. It is one of several cleanup projects near Port Angeles Harbor.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-angeles-harbor/rayonier-mill

PCB light replacement in schools

Learn about our PCB light replacement program in schools and apply to participate.

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

Washington's Cap-and-Invest Program

Learn how we're working to reduce carbon pollution through the Climate Commitment Act.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest

Report an environmental issue

If you see an oil spill, pollution, or another environmental problem, please report it to us.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/report-an-environmental-issue

Washington brownfield conferences and workshops

Brownfield workshops connect you with resources so you can turn perceived problems into community assets.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/brownfields/wa-brownfields-conference

Children's Safe Products Act (CSPA)

The Children's Safe Products Act restricts some toxic chemicals and requires reporting on others.

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

Cap-and-Invest emissions reporting

Emissions reporting information and resources for Washington's Cap-and-Invest Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/emissions-reporting

Funded Oversight Remedial Action Grants

See Oversight Remedial Action Grants funded in the current and recent budgets.

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

Learn about biosolids

Biosolids are a nutrient-rich product of Washington’s wastewater treatment systems.

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

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

Waste Not Washington School Awards

Sustainability school awards for waste reduction, recycling, and creative environmental curriculum.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/solid-waste-management/waste-not-washington-school-awards

Yakima Basin (Ecology v Acquavella)

The Superior Court has issued a final decree on the historic adjudication in the Yakima River Basin.

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

Cleaning up for a healthier Puget Sound

Cleanup and restoration makes Puget Sound a healthier place to live, work, and play.

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

Seawater intrusion

Some coastal water wells in Washington are now unusable because of seawater intrusion. Read more about this.

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

Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project

The restoration project will reconnect the Deschutes River to the Puget Sound by returning the reflecting pool to a natural estuary.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/southwest-region/deschutes-estuary-restoration

Rainwater collection

You don't need a water right permit to use water collected from your rooftop.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-recovery-solutions/rainwater-collection

Chehalis Basin Long-Term Strategy

We are working to improve the health and resilience of the Chehalis Basin.

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

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

The Nooksack and Sumas Transboundary Flood Initiative

The Transboundary Flood Initiative is a collaborative effort to reduce flood risk & restore habitats

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/nooksack-transboundary-flood-initiative

Toxics in firefighting law

This law restricts AFFF and PFAS-containing firefighting foam and personal protective equipment in Washington.

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