Have you ever thought about what is in the products you use every day—your cookware, cleaning supplies, or even your shampoo? Some products can contain toxic chemicals, and the gradual build-up of exposures and releases from all these products can …
The City of Pasco’s Process Water Reuse Facility expansion is essential for meeting the growing wastewater treatment needs of local industries. This facility takes wastewater from food processing companies and treats the water (using algae) so it can be …
OLYMPIA – A new report from the Washington Department of Ecology shows total state greenhouse gas emissions dipped 13.8% in 2020, falling below the legal limit for that year. Emissions rose 8.8% in 2021 but stayed below 2019 levels. The partial …
If you’re planning on welcoming the new year cuddled up by a warm fire, you’re in luck — there are currently no burning restrictions in Washington. But sometimes in winter, the warmth of a roaring fire can contribute to air pollution that lingers and …
A worker installing a passive soil gas sampler on November 19. Quick actions taken to control contamination resulting from recent cleanup activities at the Pasco Landfill property have effectively stopped chemicals from moving into groundwater. In …
RICHLAND – State and federal agencies responded today to public comments received and are moving forward on revised plans for treating and disposing of millions of gallons of radioactive and hazardous waste currently stored in underground tanks at the …
SEATTLE – The Washington Department of Ecology is issuing a $112,000 penalty to Northlake Shipyard in Seattle for failing to protect water quality, including polluting Lake Union and mishandling toxic chemicals. Located on Lake Union near Gas Works Park …
SEATTLE – The Washington Department of Ecology and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are jointly issuing penalties to Seattle and King County for violating conditions of the federal consent decrees and state water quality permits that …
OLYMPIA – In January 2023, a Coleman Oil tank truck swerved to avoid an animal near Colfax, causing its trailer to overturn and spill more than 2,000 gallons of gasoline and diesel. The spill contaminated nearby soils and flowed into a ditch leading to …
OLYMPIA – The rumble of diesel engines idling outside Washington’s schools is being replaced with the sound of silence. That’s because more and more Washington schools are making the switch to zero-emission school buses – eliminating diesel pollution, …
Shellfish are a good source of nutrition, and many people enjoy harvesting and eating them. Oysters, razor clams, and mussels have long been food sources for Washingtonians. They’re an integral part of local traditions and livelihoods. Many shellfish are …
OLYMPIA – Washington’s gardeners have complained for decades about annoying scraps of trash they find in compost and products containing compost, like potting mixes. Plastic film and wrappers, bits of cardboard, and plant labels are all part of the …
OLYMPIA – Washington's Industrial Stormwater General Permit, which covers nearly 1,200 facilities, has new requirements to ensure cleaner stormwater is flowing into local waterways. The permit covers industrial facilities like log yards, tank farms, …
OLYMPIA – A new annual report and online dashboard show how Climate Commitment Act (CCA) revenue was spent on projects ranging from wildfire resiliency and salmon habitat restoration to pedestrian and biking infrastructure, energy bill assistance, and …
Ecology's Food Center Lead Jade Monroe was at a Seattle Safeway store this week where she gave tips to reduce holiday food waste. As a Use Food Well campaign partner, Safeway helps Ecology promote food waste prevention through simple steps like smart …
Our Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) members wrapped up their 2023-24 term after a busy year of habitat restoration and trail improvement projects. Some WCC members also spent their last few weeks supporting communities impacted by natural disasters. As …
If your nonprofit is concerned about toxics and the release of hazardous substances, the impact of climate change, reducing waste and contamination by encouraging reuse, recycling, composting, or supporting other solid waste priorities, our Public …
People north of the intersection of Highway 12 and E. Lewis St.-Kahlotus Rd. in Pasco may see crews in their neighborhood completing field work to monitor and clean up a recent increase in groundwater contamination from the Pasco Landfill Superfund site. …
In October 2023, we released a draft water quality permit for the City of Everett’s Water Pollution Control Facility, one of the larger wastewater treatment plants in Washington. After careful consideration of the many public comments that we received, we …
We work to prevent and reduce pollution and to clean up polluted waters. That’s a simple summary, but sometimes it isn’t that straightforward. Specifically, we protect the quality of Washington’s water so humans and aquatic life can use it for all of its …
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