Washington Department of Ecology, Lacey, WA Videos
Videos by Washington Department of Ecology in Lacey. The Mission of the Department of Ecology is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington.
The “hot” might have gone (for now!), but please continue to be safe out there. The temperatures are going down, but conditions are still dry. Every spark has the potential to become a wildfire. Please respect all burn bans and protect the air quality in your community.
Find the best up-to-date information about wildfires and smoke on our new Air Quality Map: https://enviwa.ecology.wa.gov/mobile/
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The “hot” might have gone (for now!), but please continue to be safe out there. The temperatures are going down, but conditions are still dry. Every spark has the potential to become a wildfire. Please respect all burn bans and protect the air quality in your community. Find the best up-to-date information about wildfires and smoke on our new Air Quality Map: https://enviwa.ecology.wa.gov/mobile/
📢 Smoke update! The latest blog about the growing Pioneer Fire and smoke impacts in Chelan, Methow Valley, and Walla Walla is available here: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/2024/07/pioneer-fire-continues-to-grow-and.html And a kind reminder for those who may have missed it- PLEASE HEED ALL BURN BANS! 🔥
Please don't let us down. 🙏 Fourth of July celebrations can notably reduce air quality and cause huge spikes in litter and food waste. What can you do? 🎆 Check for burn bans and be mindful of dry conditions before you light any fireworks. 🗑 Retrieve all of the firework litter before you leave. 🌭 Shop smart for your event and have a plan for your leftovers. 🎉 Have fun and be safe. Learn more about how to celebrate safely here: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ Want to do your part and get involved? Washington CoastSavers and Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission hold several beach cleanups following the festivities on the Fourth of July. Learn more here: http://coastsavers.org
Noctiluca is nocti-laughing matter. Even though these formations often ironically resemble tomato soup, they are not desirable as food. So, when these blooms form to feast, they are taking the food out of the mouths of larger marine animals and destroying the food web! So, can’t we just clean up the blooms and fix the problem? Unfortunately, no. This algae is a symptom of a larger environmental problem in marine ecosystems. These blooms dissipate on their own over time, and although they pose a threat to the food web, removing them could have other adverse effects. Continuing to study these blooms will give us the best chance of understanding what causes them and their long-term effects. Here are a few things you can do to help: 👀 Keep an eye on the water on your next beach or boat day. ✋ Give these blooms space when you see them (and keep your furry friends away, too!) ✍️ Report sightings (and send photos) to [email protected].
Did you know tires can be bad for salmon? 🤯Together we can help salmon and all aquatic life by working to better understand this problem, improve our stormwater management and take action to reduce the sources of 6PPD-q.Learn more here: ecology.wa.gov/6PPD
Ready for safer, litter-free roads? Gear up for the Secure Your Load for Safer Roads campaign with us! Each year, unsecured loads cause over 300 crashes and contribute up to 40% of roadside litter in Washington. By working together, we can drive change to prevent that and keep our state beautiful. Get excited for the next few weeks to be filled with easy tips that you can share with your loved ones to keep you and fellow drivers safe. Learn more about the campaign here: https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024-news-stories/june-3-washington-campaign-reminds-motorists-to-secure-their-loads #SecureLoadsWA #LitterFreeWA WSDOT Washington State Patrol Target Zero
Who else is ready for an EPS-free summer? 🙋☀ The newest expanded polystyrene (EPS) ban begins today! Last year, we started with banning EPS packing peanuts. Now, we’re saying goodbye to certain EPS food service products so we can say hello to plastic pollution reduction. 😎 This ban applies to everyone, including any person, school, facility, business entity, etc., so bring your reusables, get informed on the EPS ban, and make this your most sustainable summer yet: https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/plastics/2021-plastic-pollution-laws/expanded-polystyrene-ban
Grab your banana peels and yard scraps—it’s time to complete your backyard space with a ✨compost pile.✨ Composting your food scraps in a compost pile is an easy way to manage your food waste, keep organic waste out of the landfill, and lower the production of greenhouse gasses. With some proper maintenance, tools, and a few simple ingredients like greens, browns, moisture, and oxygen, you can build a backyard compost pile that creates nutrient-rich compost to help all those beautiful spring veggies, fruits, and flowers bloom. 🌱🌸 Do your part to reduce waste and start composting: https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/organics-and-food-waste/managing-organics-compost
Happy Earth Day! 🌎 What better way to celebrate than to highlight the Ecology champions that dedicate their time and expertise to protecting our planet! Lucky for us, we don't have to choose only one. From spill response to monitoring air quality (and everything in between) these champions do it all. Feeling inspired? Find opportunities to get outside and show some love to the Earth here: https://ecology.wa.gov/issues-and-local-projects/education-training/what-you-can-do
From coffee shops and cafeterias to restaurants and gas stations, food service often uses disposable products. While convenient, these products create waste, add to pollution, and leach toxic chemicals. Washington has new requirements every food service establishment should know about. Learn more here: https://ecology.wa.gov/blog/april-2024/food-packaging-laws-seek-to-reduce-litter-and-pfas-contamination
Use Food Well
It’s National Food Waste Prevention Week so we’re celebrating in a BIG way! We’re launching the nation’s very first statewide food waste reduction campaign, Use Food Well! 🎉
Each year, Washington generates one million tons of food waste, including half a million tons of edible food. That’s enough food to make 105 meals for every person in Washington! Food waste also takes a toll on our wallets, costing the average household $1,500 every year!
This week will be full of tips to cut down on food waste and costs including:
📝 A meal planning guide
🛒 A shopping guide
🍎 A food storage guide
Hungry for more? Read about the Use Food Well campaign here:
https://ecology.wa.gov/blog/april-2024/banana-peel-bacon-use-food-well-will-change-how-you-think-about-food-waste
or visit UseFoodWell.org.
It’s National Food Waste Prevention Week so we’re celebrating in a BIG way! We’re launching the nation’s very first statewide food waste reduction campaign, Use Food Well! 🎉 Each year, Washington generates one million tons of food waste, including half a million tons of edible food. That’s enough food to make 105 meals for every person in Washington! Food waste also impacts the planet, and it takes a toll on our wallets. It costs the average household $1,500 every year! This week will be full of tips that make it easy for anyone to cut down on food waste and costs without sacrificing flavor. The Use Food Well campaign includes simple actions to reduce food waste: 📝 Making meal planning and prep our first steps. 🛒 When adding to our carts, we shop smart! 🍎 We store food right to make it last day and night. Hungry for more? Read about the Use Food Well campaign here: https://ecology.wa.gov/blog/april-2024/banana-peel-bacon-use-food-well-will-change-how-you-think-about-food-waste or visit UseFoodWell.org. #UseFoodWellWA #FoodWasteAddsUP #FoodWastePreventionWeek #FoodWasteReduction #FoodWastePrevention
I’m not crying, you’re crying. 🥹 As Women’s History Month draws to a close, we want to give a big “thank you!” to the incredible women (past and present) that have made Ecology’s work possible. This agency wouldn’t be the same without your tireless dedication, bravery, and talent. #WomensHistoryMonth #empower #stem
Today is Billy Frank Jr. Day, and what better way to honor his legacy than to learn about his impactful history. Billy Frank Jr. was an activist for indigenous fishing and treaty rights. He tirelessly pursued justice for all indigenous people, the land, and the environment. His dedication paved the way for better environmental partnerships between Tribes and state government.
You otter protect my water! We’re making major updates to the rules around toxics in water to better protect all the critters who call our rivers, streams, lakes, and Puget Sound home. We're hosting public meetings and would love your feedback. Learn more here: https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/news/2024-news-stories/feb-14-aquatic-toxics-criteria
Kicking off the big game with a new TV? Score a touchdown for the Earth by recycling your old TV with E-Cycle Washington! Find a location near you: eCycleWA.org
It's World Wetlands Day and what better way to celebrate than to grab a seat along the muddy shoreline and absorb some fun facts about these beautiful ecosystems! We are proud of the role that we play in protecting and preserving Washington's precious wetlands. Learn more about our role here: https://ecology.wa.gov/blog/february-2024/world-wetlands-day
What “We’re OK” really means when we’re taking down our holiday lights and realize they don’t work anymore. We don’t let some broken bulbs get us down—they could be recyclable! Just remember, NEVER put holiday lights in your curbside recycling bin. They could get tangled in the machinery at the recycling center. Instead, let the pros handle it, and check if your local recycling program accepts holiday lights at your nearest drop off location. If not, head over to a local home improvement or hardware store to ask.
Recycle Old Electronics with E-Cycle Washington this Holiday Season!
Expecting some new electronics from Santa this year? Recycle your old ones with E-Cycle Washington! We accept TVs, monitors, computers, and laptops. Find a location near you: ecyclewa.org