Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Clean Fuel Standard

Learn how we are working to reduce carbon pollution from transportation.

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

Learn about Ecology’s role in Washington’s vehicle emissions standards and our transition to clean vehicles.

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

Preventing Puget Sound shoreline erosion

We provide expert guidance so communities can address coastal erosion and protect our shorelines.

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

Reserve accounts

Reserve accounts are special holdings accounts that are set aside for specific uses.

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

National air quality standards

Learn about air pollutants we monitor that are unhealthy for people and the environment.

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

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

Community flood assistance & resilience

This program funds projects in the Chehalis River basin to prevent future flood or erosion damage.

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

No-cost allowance allocation

No-cost allowances are a powerful tool in balancing the CCA's Cap-and-Invest Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/no-cost-allowances

Tacoma Smelter Plume — history & studies

History, studies, and planning information for the Tacoma Smelter Plume area.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/tacoma-smelter/history-and-studies

Wildfire smoke information

Wildfire smoke is harmful to your health. Learn how to protect your health and get relief.

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

Reporting & notification requirements

Get answers to common questions about reporting requirements of the municipal stormwater permits.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/stormwater-permittee-guidance-resources/municipal-stormwater-permit-guidance/reporting

Hiring a qualified wetland professional

Do you need to hire a wetland professional? We provide guidance on now to find and select one.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources/hiring-a-qualified-wetland-professional

Credits & debits for wetland mitigation

Learn about calculating credits and debits for compensatory mitigation.

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

Fidalgo & Padilla baywide cleanups, Anacortes

Fidalgo and Padilla Bay – learn about these priority bay shoreline and sediment cleanups.

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

2025 National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Awards

2025 National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants fund critical wetland conservation projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/payments-contracts-grants/grants-loans/find-a-grant-or-loan/wetlands-conservation-grants/wetlands-conservation-grant-awards

Wetland mitigation resources

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

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

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

Wetlands & climate change

Wetlands are important for mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change.

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

State environmental review of proposed Chehalis River Basin Flood Damage Reduction Project

Public comment period is open for environmental review of Chehalis flood damage reduction project.

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

Washington's greenhouse gas inventory

We publish Washington's greenhouse gas emissions inventory every two years.

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

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

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

Economic analyses at Ecology

Learn how we conduct economic research & analysis for new/updated rules, permits, & other projects.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/economics-analyses

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act guidance for cosmetologists

Businesses in Washington must ensure the cosmetic products they sell or use for services are compliant with the state’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA).

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/washingtons-toxics-in-products-laws/toxic-free-cosmetics-act/guidance-for-cosmetologists

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

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

Swift Creek project

The Swift Creek flood control and sediment management project will keep naturally-occurring asbestos out of the Sumas river.

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

Avoiding & minimizing wetland impacts

When designing a project, you need to show how you plan to avoid and minimize impacts to wetlands.

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

Responding to oil and hazardous materials spills

Our response team is available 24/7 to launch a rapid, aggressive, and well-coordinated response.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/spills/spill-preparedness-response/responding-to-spill-incidents

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

Washington Coastal Zone Management

Preserving and protecting coastal resources, balancing uses, and supporting thriving coastal communities.

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

Shoreline natural hazards management

We work to minimize the impacts of natural hazards to communities and natural resources.

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

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

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

Rulemaking frequently asked questions

Read our rulemaking frequently asked questions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/rulemaking-faq

Watershed planning

We support watershed planning to improve streamflows under the Streamflow Restoration Act.

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

Everett baywide cleanup and restoration (Port Gardner Bay)

The Puget Sound Initiative is making Everett’s waterfront a healthier place to live, work, and play.

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

Wood stoves & other home heating

Rules for heating with wood stoves and other wood burning devices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/smoke-fire/wood-stove-info

Ecology Litter Corps

An employment program for youth and adults to pick up litter on Washington's roads.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/solid-waste-litter/litter/ecology-youth-corps

Automotive degreaser replacement program

Learn about our automotive degreaser replacement program and apply to participate.

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

Wetland rating system

Rating helps agencies make decisions about standards for protecting wetlands, including buffers.

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

Agricultural burning & permitting

Get an agricultural burn permit before burning safely and legally.

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

Reducing regional haze in scenic areas

Learn how regional haze affects national parks and wilderness areas.

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

Economic impacts of Washington’s climate policies

How we analyzed potential economic impacts from Washington's climate policies.

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

Cap-and-Invest third-party emissions verification

Businesses with high levels of emissions must have their reports reviewed by a third-party verifier.

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

Volkswagen clean transportation projects

We manage Volkswagen settlement grants to reduce air pollution from vehicles in Washington.

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

Working with the Voluntary Cleanup Program

What to expect when working with the Voluntary Cleanup Program to clean up a contaminated site.

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

Affordable housing-related cleanup

We’re making it easier for once-contaminated properties to be redeveloped into affordable housing.

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

Latest information on the Lower Duwamish

Get the latest updates on our efforts to control sources of pollution in the Lower Duwamish.

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

Environmental justice at Ecology

Prioritizing environmental justice in our work and our decisions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/environmental-justice/prioritizing-ej