Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Important information about closing your underground storage tanks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/ust-owner-and-operator-resources/tank-closures

Underground Storage Tank information for new owners and new installations

Information for new Underground Storage Tank (UST) owners and installation of new tanks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/ust-owner-and-operator-resources/new-owner-new-tank

Underground storage tank service providers

Information for underground storage tank (UST) service providers and for those looking to find one.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/ust-owner-and-operator-resources/service-providers

EPCRA Tribal guidance

Information on the Emergency Planning & Community Right-to-Know Act for Tribal nations.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/emergency-planning-community-right-to-know-act/epcra-tribal-guidance

Dam operation & maintenance guidance

We provide guidance to assist dam owners with operations and maintenance.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dam-operation-maintenance-guidance

Bunkering requirements for ships

Learn about best practices and rules that promote safe, spill-free fuel loading in Washington waters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/requirements-for-bunkering

Well construction & licensing system

Search for notices of intent, licensed drillers, or drilling companies.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/well-construction-licensing-system

Using the EIM Data Analysis Tool

The EIM Data Analysis Tool (EDAT) compares data from Ecology's EIM database to cleanup criteria.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/contamination-cleanup-tools/eim-data-analysis-tool

State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)

We provide information about the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review

Air quality emissions reporting

We collect and track air pollution.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/air-quality-emissions-reporting

Checklists and templates for site investigation reports and cleanup plans

Get help preparing remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and cleanup action plans.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/cleanup-report-checklists-and-templates

Register for E-Cycle Washington

Register online for E-Cycle Washington through SecureAccess Washington (SAW).

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/e-cycle-participant-registration

SEPA checklist guidance, Section C: Signature

Guidance for SEPA environmental checklist Part C.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-c-signature

SEPA document templates (forms)

SEPA checklist with guidance plus other suggested templates for SEPA notices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-document-templates

Best Achievable Protection (BAP) for spill response

Best Achievable Protection (BAP) is training, operations, and technologies for successful responses.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/contingency-planning-for-oil-industry/best-achievable-protection

E-Cycle WA outreach materials

Find E-Cycle Washington outreach materials, access program logo requirements, flyers, and stickers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/electronics-ecycle-guidance-and-reports/e-cycle-outreach-materials

Noise pollution

Learn more about how to manage noise pollution.

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

Municipal stormwater permit compliance assurance program

We use a proactive approach to ensuring the permits are implemented and effective.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/compliance-enforcement/municipal-stormwater-compliance-assurance-program

Underground injection control well registration requirements & information

Get Underground Injection Control (UIC) well registration requirements and information.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/underground-injection-control-program/uic-registration-requirements-information

Requirements for submitting cleanup site data

You must submit your lab data electronically through EIM.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/data-submittal-requirements-for-cleanup-sites

Well report (log) viewer

Search for wells and view availabile well reports (logs).

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/well-report-gateway

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Housing

Guidance for completing Housing section for Part B of the SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-9-housing

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Aesthetics

Guidance for completing Aesthetics section for Part B of the SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-10-aesthetics

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Light & glare

Guidance for completing Light & glare section in Part B of the SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-11-light-glare

Coastal monitoring & analysis projects

Learn about coastal mapping and monitoring projects around Puget Sound and Pacific coast.

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

Combined sewer overflows

We're working to control combined sewer overflows to keep water clean.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/combined-sewer-overflows

SEPA laws and regulations: current & historical revisions

We manage SEPA and related rules and provide background about rulemaking.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-laws-rules

Tools for cleaning up contaminated sites

We have online tools and statistical packages to help you clean up contaminated sites.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/contamination-cleanup-tools

Watershed health — Puget Sound Region update

River and stream habitat in the Puget Sound Region shows variable conditions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/habitat-monitoring/watershed-health/regional-reports/puget-sound

CLARC data tables and other technical information

Download CLARC data tables for information that helps site managers determine cleanup levels.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/contamination-cleanup-tools/clarc/data-tables

Policies and guidance for site cleanups

Policies and guidance interpret the MTCA cleanup law and help you clean up contaminated sites.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/toxics-cleanup-policies

E-Cycle WA information for transporters

Find out whether you qualify as an E-Cycle Washington transporter and what the requirements are.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/electronics-ecycle-guidance-and-reports/transporters

Online cleanup guide for homeowners and small businesses

An online cleanup guide for homes and small business properties that might be contaminated.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/guidance-for-residential-cleanups

Resources for underground storage tank owners & operators

Follow procedures to keep your tanks safe.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/ust-owner-and-operator-resources

Notice of construction permit

Businesses must get a permit before installing or changing a source of air pollution.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/air-quality-permits/notice-of-construction-permit

Aquatic Mosquito Control General Permit

This permit allows the use of insecticides to control mosquitoes.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/aquatic-pesticide-permits/aquatic-mosquito-control

Irrigation System Aquatic Weed Control permit

This permit regulates the use of pesticides to manage plant and algae growth in irrigation systems.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/aquatic-pesticide-permits/irrigation-system-aquatic-weed-control

Mapping Puget Sound bluffs and beaches

We collect topographic data about Puget Sound beaches and bluffs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/coastal-monitoring-assessment/projects/mapping-puget-sound-bluffs-and-beaches

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Energy & natural resources

Guidance for Energy & natural resources section for Part B, SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-6-energy-natural-resou

Goldendale Energy Storage Project

Environmental review and permitting for the proposed Goldendale Energy Storage Project.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/goldendale-energy

Burrowing shrimp control

We work with the IPM group to find solutions to control burrowing shrimp in Willapa Bay & Grays Harbor.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/aquatic-pesticide-permits/burrowing-shrimp-control

Advance notice of oil transfer

We require certain types of facilities and vessels to tell us in advance when transferring oil.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/advance-notice-of-oil-transfer

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Plants

SEPA Guidance for Plants section, Part B for the state Environmental Checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-4-plants

Watershed Health Monitoring by region

We studied stream habitat across the state since 2009 and report on findings.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/habitat-monitoring/watershed-health/regional-reports

Well construction reporting & well report gateway

Resource protection well reports can be submitted online.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/well-construction-reporting

Safe and effective threshold determination reports

Safe and effective reports establish conditions for protecting open water with oil containment boom.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/safe-effective-threshold-determination-reports

Vapor intrusion

We have guidance that helps you evaluate and respond to vapor intrusion at your MTCA cleanup site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/vapor-intrusion-overview

Rockwool

Rockwool Wallula

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/rockwool

Watershed health — Coastal Region update

River and stream habitat in the Coastal Region may show some improvements, but changes are slight.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/habitat-monitoring/watershed-health/regional-reports/coastal

Watershed health — Mid-Columbia update

River and stream habitat in the Mid-Columbia Region shows slight improvement.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/habitat-monitoring/watershed-health/regional-reports/mid-columbia