Washington State Department of Ecology

Schmick: Farmers Should Not Pay Cap-And-Trade Fees
Schmick: Farmers Should Not Pay Cap-And-Trade Fees
Schmick: Farmers Should Not Pay Cap-And-Trade Fees
A Washington state lawmaker has introduced legislation to provide fuel rebates to farmers impacted by new climate policies.  When Governor Jay Inslee’s cap-and-trade bill passed two years ago, it contained an exemption for fuel used to produce and transport farm goods.  However, seve...
Washington Launches Litter Prevention Campaign
Washington Launches Litter Prevention Campaign
Washington Launches Litter Prevention Campaign
(Olympia, WA)  --  816 tons of litter and other debris have been collected along Washington roadsides since January, and the Washington State Department of Ecology wants it reduced.  A new campaign says litter prevention is "Simple As That."  Ads will en...