Washington State Department of Ecology

Helping Washington businesses reduce toxics: Inside Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Incentive Fund

Incentive Fund, a new project to lower financial barriers that prevent businesses from adopting safer products, install ...
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Puget Sound Energy Ferndale Generating Station

We regulate water and hazardous waste activities at the Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Electricity Cogeneration Station in Ferndale. The facility began operating in 1994. A natural gas pipeline supplies the ...
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When sewage spills happen, we have the data

Sometimes things happen with wastewater treatment and untreated or partially treated sewage can spill. We created a webpage ...
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First ‘ZEVergreen’ report will shape affordable clean transportation policy amidst federal interference

Transportation is the second largest expense for most Americans, after housing. Switching to an electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid unlocks thousands of dollars in savings for Washingtonians. The ...
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Chapter 173-950 WAC - Recycling Reform

Ecology is starting rulemaking for a new rule, chapter 173-950 WAC. This rule will guide implementation of the Recycling Reform Act, a law that creates an extended producer responsibility (EPR) ...
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Aquatic Species Restoration Plan Research and Studies

The Chehalis Basin Board, Ecology's Office of the Chehalis Basin, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, along with the Quinault Nation and Chehalis Tribes work in concert to fund studies within ...
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Certification information

We certify operators to help ensure that they are knowledgeable and that wastewater treatment plants are properly operated and maintained. There are four levels of full certification that are based on ...
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Risk MAP for homeowners

Ecology leads floodplain management for Washington. We provide technical assistance to local communities to help them better plan within the floodplain. We work to reduce losses to life and property, ...
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What to do if you spill oil or hazardous substances

Dangerous substances can spill to land, water, or air. The sooner a spill is reported, the sooner we can respond. Failure to report a spill you're responsible for could result in penalties.
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Washington Conservation Corps

Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) is a statewide service program for young adults ages 18-25 and military veterans. We create future leaders through hands-on environmental service, community ...
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Floodplain management

Substantial damage assessments are required any time a structure located within the Special Flood Hazard Area (FEMA 100-year floodplain) is damaged. FEMA and Ecology have guidance and resources ...