One of the main pollution sources from urban and suburban communities is stormwater. Stormwater is rain and snow melt that flows over rooftops, streets, landscaping, and parking lots that can pick up ...

Washington's working forests cover millions of acres, with the timber industry playing a vital economic role throughout the state. The Department of Natural Resources oversees the Forest Regulation ...

Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reports are required under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). TRI provides annual data about chemical releases and pollution prevention ...

Public comments are accepted over a 30-, 45-, or 60-day period. During that time, you can share your input with us about specific changes in the permits we regulate. We review all comments and then ...

Washington’s clean energy transition is facing a setback if a provision in the solar panel stewardship and takeback program goes into effect on July 1, 2025. This law requires Washington’s solar panel ...

Looking for a service provider? Here is a excel spreadsheet that lists certified UST service providers.This list is updated quarterly. Disclaimer: We do not assume any liability for the accuracy or ...

We work to reduce diesel pollution. Diesel exhaust puts healthy people at risk for asthma and respiratory illnesses. For other people, it can make their existing heart and lung diseases worse. Diesel ...

SEPA guidance for determining lead agency and evaluating the proposal. Under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), most new proposals are reviewed by a designated “lead agency.” While this is ...

Preparedness means taking steps before an oil spill occurs to reduce impacts to people, the environment, and the state's economy. Washington has decades of experience in maintaining the highest ...

Under RCW 42.56.120(2), we are allowed to recover costs directly related to the copying of public records. We cannot charge a fee for inspection of records, or staff time spent on locating records or ...

a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? For residential, mixed use, or industrial developments with onsite worker housing, provide the number of housing units and income level — ...

The Padilla Bay Reserve offers a variety of educational programs for school groups, children, families, and adults. Our interpretive center features interactive exhibits, saltwater aquariums, and ...