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News and blogs

Diving into the data on Washington’s water quality

Nov 4 blog – The Water Quality Assessment has millions of data points on rivers, streams, lakes, and marine waters across Washington state. 

From tires to nail polish, we’re studying a new round of consumer products with toxic chemicals

Nov 1 blog – We’re holding a public comment period to hear your thoughts and concerns about toxic chemicals in products. 

Applying for a new water right just got a little easier

Oct. 30 blog – Water right applicants can now apply for water rights online. 

Keeping Chehalis basin communities safe and prosperous

Oct. 30 blog – The city of Hoquiam awarded 18.5 million to advance Flood Protection Project.

New environmental education program builds connections for refugees and immigrants in Spokane

Oct. 30 blog – A unique environmental program in Spokane is helping refugees and immigrants build connections with the environment and their new community.

Learning as they go: Walla Walla commits to a greener future with electric school buses

Oct. 30 blog – Grants from Ecology have allowed Walla Walla Public Schools to begin transitioning its school bus fleet from diesel-powered to electric. 

Cleaning up: Fieldwork starting in the Duwamish Waterway Park

Oct. 28 blog – Fieldwork to answer questions about the type and extent of contamination at Seattle's Duwamish Waterway Park slated for November.

Water Year 2025 – Experts weigh in on the new water year

Oct. 24 blog – Experts from state and federal agencies gather to discuss the outlook for the coming water year.

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Curbing Riverbank Erosion: Two pilot projects showing success in Chehalis River Basin
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A collection of photos showcasing the Walla Walla Water 2050 project
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