Washington State Department of Ecology

A consciously magical guide to a safer Halloween

Practical guidance for Halloween costumes, makeup, and jewelry that aligns with Safer Products for Washington, the Toxic Free ...
Washington State Department of Ecology

Continuing to track residential sewer and stormwater rates

In 2024, we launched Ecology’s Utility Rates Dashboard to help people understand utility rates across Washington.
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Sampling the seafloor with van Veen

The van Veen grab sampler, also called "the grab," is an important tool for researching marine health through sediment ...
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Water quality combined funding program

The Water Quality Combined Funding Program funds projects that improve and protect water quality throughout Washington. The program combines grants and loans from state and federal funding sources.
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Recycling Reform Act

Passed by the Washington Legislature in 2025, the Recycling Reform Act (Chapter 70A.208 RCW) creates an extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for residential packaging and paper products. The ...
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Agriculture Advisory Committee

A wide range of people from the agricultural community serve on our Agricultural Advisory Committee. They help us support a strong farming industry while protecting the environment. The committee ...