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Safer cosmetics are coming to a store near you. Here’s what’s happening and why it matters
Starting January 1, 2025, TFCA will restrict the manufacture, distribution, and sale of cosmetic products that contain certain toxic chemicals within Washington.
Cleaning up: PFAS contamination in the Lower Issaquah Valley
We invite you to comment on legal agreements and associated documents for the Lower Issaquah Valley PFAS cleanup sites.
West Point Treatment Plant water quality permit now issued
We've now issued the final permit for the West Point wastewater treatment plant in Seattle. It strengthens protective measures for Puget Sound with updates that match current water quality rules.
Looking back and looking forward on our beach monitoring season
Every summer we monitor beaches for fecal bacteria to protect beachgoers. Read our 2023 BEACH Program report and send us feedback on the proposed list of beaches that will be monitored in 2024.
Can’t beat the VEAT!
Knowing the number of vessels entering Washington waters helps us better understand oil spill risk and how it changes over time. This year marks the 30th anniversary of our VEAT report!
Up to $10.7 million is still available for water banking projects
Eligibility has expanded for Ecology's Water Banking Pilot Grants.
Everyone wins when communities recycle and replace old wood stoves
The Wood Smoke Reduction Grant Program supports programs that provide financial incentives for residents to recycle or replace qualifying wood stoves with cleaner burning upgrades and alternatives.
Scientists track statewide stream health
Our researchers study the health of hundreds of rivers and streams across Washington. Our new interactive report summarizes statewide and region by region watershed health trends.
Turning bad into good for Washington environment
We are awarding $651,000 in grants to fund 14 projects.
A record year for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in Washington
Washington's 2023 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales were more than double the national average, putting us right behind California when it comes to zero-emission vehicle adoption.