Washington brownfield conferences and workshops

The Brownfields Team offers workshops and other educational opportunities designed for local governments, Tribes, nonprofits, community organizations, and their environmental consultants who are interested in cleaning up and redeveloping brownfields.

EPA estimates there are more than 400,000 brownfields nationwide. There are more than 14,000 contaminated sites in Washington and since many of these sites can be considered brownfields, chances are good you live near one. If you're a representative for a local government, Tribe, or community organization, you may have several brownfields in your town and wondered what to do with them.  

Attending a local event is a great way to start. Brownfield resources are available for turning properties like old gas stations and industrial sites into valuable public assets like affordable housing and small businesses. You'll learn about grants and loans, guidance called "technical assistance," and the cleanup process that makes properties safe for reuse. You can ask questions, network with peers, and learn how communities such as Palouse are successfully turning abandoned properties into revenue-generating assets.

Subscribe to the Brownfields Newsletter to stay on top of future events, or contact our team to request a presentation for your local government, Tribe, nonprofit, or community organization.