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Settlement reached in appeal of Hanford Site leaking tanks Agreed Order
May 10, 2023 News release:
Work to respond to actively leaking tanks and future tank leaks at the Hanford Site will continue to proceed as planned following a settlement agreement filed with Washington’s Pollution Control Hearings Board today.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/may-10-hanford-leaking-tanks-agreed-order-appeal-s
Washington finalizes historic cap-and-invest plan to slash carbon pollution
September 29, 2022 News release:
Washington finalizes historic plan to slash carbon pollution by adopting cap-and-invest regulations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/sept-29-cap-and-invest-adoption
Public discussion begins on plans to improve air quality in overburdened communities
September 19, 2022 News release:
The Washington Department of Ecology opens public comment today on a new initiative to improve air quality in overburdened communities that are highly impacted by air pollution.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/sept-19-section-3-public-discussion
Successful first auction marks turning point in fight against climate change
March 7, 2023 News release:
Ecology announces the results of the first cap-and-invest auction, held on Feb. 28, 2023, including the settlement price and number of allowances sold.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/march-7-successful-first-auction-turning-point
Ecology to expand air monitoring in overburdened communities
March 1, 2023 News release:
The Washington Department of Ecology has identified numerous areas across the state to include in a new environmental justice initiative focused on reducing air pollution.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/march-1-overburdened-communities-announced
Shoreline penalty resolved on Palmer Lake
August 12, 2019 News release:
Shoreline penalty settlement on Palmer Lake in Okanogan County
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/aug-12-newmarch-settlement
State adopts updated Colville River watershed plan
June 30, 2020 News release:
A locally-developed watershed plan will protect rivers and streams in the Colville River watershed while securing water for future rural growth.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/june-30-wria-59-colville-streamflow-plan
New efforts underway to improve groundwater management in Pasco Basin
July 13, 2022 News release:
After a half-century under “interim” rules, we’re beginning the process to design a permanent groundwater management framework for the Pasco Basin.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/july-13-pasco-basin-groundwater-rulemaking
Ecology seeks input on connecting Washington to other carbon markets
January 31, 2023 News release:
The Washington Department of Ecology is inviting public feedback about the possibility of connecting the state's new cap-and-invest program to similar carbon reduction programs in California and Québec.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/ecology-seeks-input-on-linkage
New biosolids permit boosts environmental protections and operational efficiencies
June 15, 2022 News release:
New statewide biosolids permit boosts environmental protections and operational efficiencies; reduces time to approve or deny proposals
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/june-15-new-biosolids-permit-boosts-environmental
Planning for better water quality in Budd Inlet
June 8, 2022 News release:
A new report from Ecology details the steps needed to protect Budd Inlet and provide relief to fish and wildlife, while also helping the inlet to meet state water quality standards.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/june-8-budd-inlet-water-quality-plan
State takes steps toward banning persistent PFAS chemicals in food packaging
May 19, 2022 News release:
A new report to the Washington State Legislature from the Department of Ecology identifies additional alternatives to food packaging that contains toxic chemicals.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/may-19-state-takes-steps-toward-banning-pfas-in-fo
Environmental evaluation for proposed Chehalis River flood reduction project ready for review
February 27, 2020 News release:
Ecology released the state EIS for a proposed flood retention dam on the Chehalis River, and seeking public comments through April 27.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/feb-27-chehalis-flood-reduction-project-eis
Ecology and Whatcom County launch environmental review of proposed renewable fuels facility
January 16, 2020 News release:
We and Whatcom County are preparing to work on an environmental impact statement for a proposed renewable fuels facility in Ferndale. We're taking public comment on the scope of what this study should cover.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/jan-16-green-apple-scoping
EPA adds Bradford Island cleanup to “Superfund” list
March 17, 2022 News release:
EPA adds Bradford Island to Superfund list.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/march-17-bradford-island
Yakima area air quality focus of March 24 listening sessions
March 10, 2022 News release:
On March 24, the Washington Department of Ecology will host two virtual listening sessions for Yakima area residents to hear about their concerns with air quality issues in their communities.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/march-10-yakima-listening-sessions-on-march-24
New status, protections proposed for Soap Lake and the Cascade, Green and Napeequa rivers
July 18, 2023 News release:
Proposal to name Soap Lake and the Cascade, Green, and Napeequa rivers Outstanding Resource Waters.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/july-18-proposed-protection-for-outstanding-resource-waters
Statewide drought advisory issued for Washington
July 5, 2023 News release:
The warmest May on record and an abnormally dry spring and early summer have prompted the Department of Ecology to issue a statewide drought advisory.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/5-july-statewide-drought-advisory-issued-for-washington
Washington proposes restricting refrigerants linked to global warming
July 13, 2023 News release:
Washington proposes a rule to ban the sale of new air conditioners and commercial refrigeration that contain hydrofluorocarbons.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/july-13-hfc-rule-proposal
Settlement reached to ensure access to critical Hanford Site data
September 14, 2023 News release:
The Washington state Department of Ecology will regain direct access to critical federal data about the Hanford Site following a settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/sept-14-settlement-reached-to-ensure-access-to-critical-hanford-site-data
Plastic bottles and bags to be made with more recycled content
October 31, 2023 News release:
New regulations from the Washington Department of Ecology will increase the value of plastic that gets recycled and reused to make new plastic packaging.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/oct-31-law-increases-recycling-decreases-waste
Diesel spill from sunken fishing boat in 2022 off San Juan Island leads to penalty
June 26, 2024 News release:
Ecology is issuing an $18,000 penalty for diesel spilled during the sinking of a fishing vessel, the Aleutian Isle
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/june-26-aleutian-isle-penalty
Ecology offers $1.7 million in drought planning and preparedness grants
June 25, 2024 News release:
To help Tribes, farmers and communities better plan and prepare for the impacts of drought, the Washington Department of Ecology is offering $1.7 million through a new grant program.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/june-25-drought-planning-and-preparedness-grants
Ecology blazing the trail for more clean energy projects
June 30, 2025 News release:
Ecology releases three environmental studies to help make early decisions about solar, onshore wind and green hydrogen clean energy facilities.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/june-30-environmental-studies-released-for-clean-energy-projects
Securing your load leads to safer travels for everyone
June 5, 2023 News release:
A photo of a Washington State Patrol Trooper explaining how to properly secure a vehicles load.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/2023-secure-your-load
Asegurar su carga conduce a viajes más seguros para todos
June 5, 2023 News release:
El 6 de junio, para conmemorar el Día Nacional Asegure su Carga.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/june-5-asegure-su-carga
Plan to cut statewide fuel emissions 20% starts Jan. 1
November 28, 2022 News release:
New Clean Fuel Standard will tackle Washington’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/nov-28-clean-fuel-standard-adoption
Plan sets steps for protecting Padilla Bay’s tributaries from bacterial pollution
October 22, 2020 News release:
We're inviting public comment on a plan to reduce high bacteria levels in streams that flow into Padilla Bay.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2020/oct-22-padilla-bay-tributaries
Washington sets path to phase out gas vehicles by 2035
September 7, 2022 News release:
Ecology is seeking public comment on a proposed rule for the Clean Vehicles Program, including zero-emission vehicles standards, through Oct. 19.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/sept-7-clean-vehicles-public-comment
Water quality permit holders to see updated fees in 2023
March 22, 2023 News release:
The fees paid by the 6,800 water quality permittees in Washington state are undergoing a revision.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/march-22-water-quality-permit-fee-rule
Summary of environmental penalties issued in the second quarter of 2019
August 26, 2019 News release:
Summary of environmental penalties issued in the second quarter of 2019
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/environmental-penalties-2nd-quarter-2019
Seattle and King County fined for sewer overflow violations
January 11, 2023 News release:
Ecology and EPA are jointly issuing fines to Seattle and King County for violations of their federal consent decrees and state permits regulating combined sewer overflows from Seattle sewer systems.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2023/jan-11-seattle-and-king-co-fine-for-sewer-overflow
Washington Conservation Corps opens 300 environmental positions statewide
July 3, 2019 News release:
Washington Conservation Corps opens 300 environmental positions statewide
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/july-2-wcc-opens-300-positions
Environmental penalties for fourth quarter 2018
March 4, 2019 News release:
List of penalties for Ecology issued during the fourth quarter 2018
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/march-4-environmental-penalties-for-fourth-quarter
Nisqually watershed plan earns state’s first approval under new water law
February 1, 2019 News release:
A locally-developed plan to protect natural resources in the Nisqually River watershed is the first to gain approval under Washington’s streamflow restoration law, adopted last year in response to the State Supreme Court’s “Hirst” decision.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2019/feb-1-nisqually-watershed-plan
State lays out plan to tackle impacts of climate change in Washington
September 30, 2024 News release:
The Washington State Climate Resilience Strategy works to prepare for climate change threats and impacts from drought, changing ocean conditions, flooding, extreme heat, and wildfires and smoke.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/sept-30-climate-resilience-strategy
New approach to determine the natural conditions of Washington’s waters
May 10, 2024 News release:
New approach to determine the natural conditions. Proposed standards would help state identify pollution and set discharge limits
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/may-10-new-approach-to-natural-conditions
Pacific Northwest federal, state agencies to collaborate on prescribed fire, smoke management to confront wildfire crisis
April 5, 2024 News release:
State and federal agencies and departments in Oregon and Washington have agreed to collaborate on addressing the escalating wildfire crisis by increasing use of larger prescribed fires.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/apr-5-pnw-agencies-collaborate-on-wildfire-crisis
Property owners fined $204,000 for damaging Deschutes River shoreline
July 16, 2025 News release:
Thurston County property owners fined $204,000 for unlawful shoreline development
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/july-16-property-owners-fined-204-000-for-damaging-deschutes-river-shoreline
Washington’s litter prevention campaign aims to curb roadside debris
June 5, 2022 News release:
Washington marks National Secure Your Load Day on June 6, which commemorates people whose lives were impacted or taken by unsecured loads.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2022/2022-litter-prevention-campaign-aims-to-curb-roads
Environmental penalties issued for first half of 2024
October 14, 2024 News release:
The Washington Department of Ecology issued $1,951,369 in penalties of $1,000 or more from Jan. 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/oct-14-environmental-penalties-issued-for-first-half-of-2024
Washington communities to receive $309 million in clean water funding
June 28, 2024 News release:
Ecology is awarding $309 million in clean water grants and loans.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024/june-28-clean-water-funding
Tackling flood and habitat challenges in the Chehalis Basin
April 30, 2025 News release:
Join free May 7 public webinar to help shape long-term Chehalis Basin Strategy.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/april-30-tackling-flood-and-habitat-challenges-in-the-chehalis-basin
Wastewater treatment plants awarded for top performance
August 20, 2025 News release:
Ecology is recognizing 121 wastewater facilities and their operators with the agency’s annual Outstanding Performance Awards.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2025/aug-20-wastewater-treatment-plants-awarded-for-top-performance
Water Quality Partnership
Find Water Quality Partnership meeting materials, agendas, and minutes.
https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/water-quality-partnership
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
Underground Storage Tank (UST) public record
We collect data on the sources and causes of underground storage tank (UST) releases in Washington.
https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/underground-storage-tanks/ust-public-record
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
Wahkiakum County Shoreline Master Program: comprehensive update
The public comment period for Wahkiakum County’s SMP comprehensive update is closed.
https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/wahkiakum-county
In your watershed
We are providing water availability information for your watershed.
https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/in-your-watershed
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