Ecology, local clean air agencies, and Tribes can restrict indoor and outdoor burning under certain conditions. Air quality burn bans protect people when the air is unhealthy. Fire safety burn bans ...

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 ...

The dangerous waste annual report is a combination of required forms and other documents that summarize a business’s dangerous waste activities in Washington. All sites with an active EPA/State ID ...

In 2024, Washington adopted the Cookware Containing Lead law (Chapter 70A.565 RCW) to prohibit the sale of cookware containing lead in Washington. As of January 1, 2026: No manufacturer may make, sell ...

Ecology forecasts the amount of revenue we expect auctions to generate. The Legislature uses those forecasts to designate specific amounts of money for specific purposes through the appropriations ...

On this page you will find nonpoint project funding requirements and resources for the Water Quality Combined Funding Program, including forms, pollutant load reduction reporting tools, and other ...

Waste tires are those no longer suitable for their intended purpose due to wear or damage. Accumulations of waste tires harbor mosquitos, snakes, and other vermin, which pose health risks, such as the ...

Water banks make water available for new uses in areas where existing water supplies are fully allocated. In Washington, water banks provide mitigation for those new uses by setting aside an existing ...

Rainwater collection, including the use of rain barrels, has become more popular as a supplemental source of water. In 2009, we issued a rainwater use interpretive policy, which clarifies that you may ...

Phases out the use of copper in vehicle brakes and requires manufacturers to certify that brakes comply with the law. Regulates lead, cadmium, phthalates, and other chemicals in children's products.

In addition to laboratory accreditation, we are available to assist you with questions regarding laboratory methods, performance testing, compliance, and all things lab-related. Our unit staff ...

Our scientists coordinate algae and invasive-plant monitoring in Washington lakes and monitor some each year for toxic metals and other chemicals. However, most lake water quality monitoring is ...