WA: Environment
Committee makes recommendations in updated NW Forest Plan
The U.S. Forest Service is considering changes to modernize the Northwest Forest Plan. While it was hailed as a success when it was created 30 years …
Demand high for WA EV incentive program
Washingtonians want to drive electric vehicles and a new rebate program from the state is providing proof. Earlier this month, the Washington State …
Report finds barriers for NW coastal tribes responding to climate change
Coastal tribes in the Northwest are on the front lines of the changing climate but face barriers to responding to its effects. A new report …
WA provides model for distributing funds to climate-impacted communities
The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law two years ago this week and one expert said states should ensure funds from it are going to communitie…
Revolutionary WA-built hydrogen ferry could jumpstart zero-emission vessels back home
A hydrogen-powered ferry built in Washington state is operating in San Francisco Bay. Clean energy advocates are hoping it spurs action closer to …
Seattle conference inspires push for sustainable fishing in WA
A meeting on sustainable fishing in Seattle could inspire greater protections for Washington state's waters in Olympia. The State Innovation Exchange …
Environmental groups criticize Hanford nuclear waste cleanup plan
A new agreement on plans for cleaning up nuclear waste at the Hanford site in Washington state is receiving pushback from environmental groups…
Great Outdoors Month highlights recreation impact on WA
June is Great Outdoors Month, which also underscores the importance of outdoor recreation in Washington state. As temperatures warm up, people are …
Initiative to stop natural-gas phase out would 'turn back the clock' in WA
Signature gatherers in Washington state hope to get an initiative on the November ballot to roll back the state's attempt to phase out natural gas in …
Mining conditions for minerals essential to clean energy tech under scrutiny
Critical minerals are crucial for the United States' clean energy future. But civil society and environmental groups are raising concerns about the …
WA considers reclassifying gray wolves as 'sensitive' species
The State of Washington is proposing to downgrade gray wolves from "endangered" to "sensitive" status as a species. At last count, there were 260 …
NW wildfire season highlights importance of Air Quality Awareness Week
Agencies are raising awareness about air quality across the country this week. Led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Air Quality …