Washington State Department of Ecology

Thirty years of contamination cleanup help breathe new life into Bellingham’s waterfront

Thanks to a multi-agency cleanup partnership and over $100 million of MTCA funds, Bellingham's waterfront, once a heavy industrial zone, is now the heart of a growing neighborhood.
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Battery energy storage systems

We are studying the potential negative impacts of stand-alone, utility-scale battery energy storage systems in Washington — including ways to avoid, reduce or mitigate impacts. The study will not ...
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Proposed update to shoreline management rules

The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on several proposed rule changes designed to help local governments more effectively manage shorelines. Under the 1972 state Shoreline ...
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Crystal Clean, Inc. penalized $1 million for hazardous waste management violations

The Washington Department of Ecology has issued $1.04 million in penalties to Crystal Clean, Inc., a national waste management service with a Lakewood location. An April 2025 inspection and follow-up ...