New PFAS rules took effect in 2025, making consumer products safer in Washington. See how Ecology is reducing pollution at ...

Learn more about climate action in Washington. Owners and operators of municipal solid waste landfills Projects must be necessary and directly related to meeting or exceeding the compliance ...

We are responsible for protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment. Permits and certifications ensure that individuals and businesses understand and comply with all applicable ...

Water quality issues. Fish and wildlife protection or enhancement in or adjacent to waters of the state, such as streams, lakes, wetlands, or the ocean. To be considered, projects must provide primary ...

The sell-through period allows in-state retailers and salons to sell or use for services cosmetic products that were in their possession before Jan. 1, 2025, even if they contain restricted chemicals, ...

Organohalogen flame retardants (OFRs) Other electronic enclosure products for Group 1 entities Restricted Jan. 1, 2027 Organohalogen flame retardants (OFRs) Other electronic enclosure products for ...

The Ecology Litter Corps (formerly Ecology Youth Corps) hires teens 14 –17 years old to serve on summer litter crews and provide an important service to their community. They gain valuable job skills, ...

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Get into the festive holiday spirit with a critter that goes all out when decking its halls out: the graceful decorator crab.

In this edition of Behind the Scenes at the Nuclear Waste Program, we sat down with Amie Green, our program's Single-Shell ...

Determining processes and strategies for emission reductions to achieve air quality targets in overburdened communities initially identified by Ecology. Other rule language necessary for ...

We adopted changes to chapter 173-201A Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters of the State of Washington. In response to nominations we received in 2021, and after considering public comments and ...