Press Releases

Judge Orders State and Regional Air Agencies to Regulate Climate Change Pollution from Big Oil

Dec 02, 2011

Challenge to reduce dangerous greenhouse gas emissions from WA oil refineries advances

Federal Judge in Seattle to Hear Lawsuit Challenging State’s Failure to Control Global Warming Pollution from Oil Refineries

Nov 17, 2011

A federal lawsuit challenging the Washington Department of Ecology, Northwest Clean Air Agency, and Puget Sound Clean Air Agency’s on-going failure to control global warming pollution from oil refineries in Washington State is going to be heard.

PUGET SOUND HEALTH HINGES ON NEW STORMWATER PLAN

Oct 19, 2011

Current draft fails to deliver on green building solutions, contains developer loopholes

No New Agreement on Proposed Cherry Point Terminal

Aug 01, 2011

Parties unable to find way forward that would protect Puget Sound

First in nation ban on toxic coal tar sealants passes WA state legislature

Apr 13, 2011

Sealants contain high levels of toxic substances, posing threat to public health

Millennium withdraws permit application for coal export mega-terminal in Longview, WA

Mar 15, 2011

Ongoing revelations about company’s deceptions around terminal size dogged application

Lawsuit Asks Washington to Cut Pollution from Oil Refineries

Mar 10, 2011

Refineries are some of largest sources of climate pollution in Washington

Historic agreement reached to phase out coal-burning in Washington

Mar 05, 2011

 

Coalition Reacts to Planned Mega-Coal Export Operation at Cherry Point

Mar 04, 2011

Groups raise major concerns about impact on public health, environment, and economy

2011 Clean Water Jobs Act Introduced in State Legislature

Jan 31, 2011

Bill will create thousands of jobs cleaning up toxic runoff pollution

Coalition Applauds State’s Intervention in Longview Coal Export Permit Appeal

Dec 28, 2010

Challenge to coal terminal contends County Commissioners did not sufficiently analyze impacts

Coalition Challenges Permit Allowing Dirty Coal Export to Asia from WA Port

Dec 13, 2010

Longview coal export plan ignores impacts on human health, air quality and global climate

Proposed Cuts to Natural Resource Agencies Threaten Toxic Clean Ups, Public Health

Dec 11, 2010

$20 million raid on dedicated toxic cleanup fund risks jobs and community health

Washington Environmental Council and El Centro de la Raza team up to engage Latino voters

Oct 27, 2010

Over 10,000 voters will be contacted in nonpartisan bilingual get-out-the-vote effort

Environmental Groups Take Action to Reduce Oil Companies’ Climate Pollution

Aug 24, 2010

Washington refineries are responsible for almost 8% of state’s global warming pollution output

Energy and Conservation Groups Seek to Preserve State Energy Efficiency Rules

Jul 06, 2010

Energy and conservation groups today filed court papers to defend the state of Washington’s energy efficiency standards.

Good Food Coalition applauds Governor's Executive Order as good step forward

Jun 22, 2010

At today's Food Systems Summit, Governor Chris Gregoire signed an executive order to unite public, private, and nonprofit groups to strengthen Washington's food system.

Legislature Delivers Mixed Results for Environment

Apr 15, 2010

No Solution for Clean Water, Progress on Budget and Toxics

Coalition calls for stronger action on clean water bills

Mar 02, 2010

Environmental and labor organizations, cities, and counties call on state legislators to “hold firm” against oil industry pressure

Governor Gregoire Rallies 5,000 for Clean Water Funding

Feb 25, 2010

Statewide telephone town hall connected people from across the state with the Governor

“Working for Clean Water” Hearing Brings Together Broad Coalition

Feb 17, 2010

Governor, local government, labor, fishermen, and environmental groups all in support

“Working for Clean Water” Bill Solves Water Pollution Problem While Creating Jobs

Feb 05, 2010

Bill is shared priority for environmental groups, labor, and local governments

Budget Woes are Serious Threat to Washington’s Environment

Jan 13, 2010

Governor’s second budget does not restore funding to core environmental protection programs

WEC Statement on Maury Island Ruling

Aug 10, 2009

 

Governor Gregoire Joins with President Obama to Cut Global Warming Pollution, Grow the Clean Energy Economy

May 21, 2009

New executive order signals state’s commitment to fighting global warmingNew executive order signals state’s commitment to fighting global warming

Challenging Legislative Session for the Environment

Apr 30, 2009

Some victories in tough session, but major action delayed on Puget Sound; climate change

Governor’s Climate Bill Passes State House

Apr 15, 2009

Bill would clean up coal and transportation emissions; reduce costly dependence on fossil fuels

Washington environmental community says House must stop SB 5840

Feb 12, 2009

Bill would cut initiative’s renewable standard up to three-quarters or more in 2020

Black Friday Goes Green as Manufacturers Help Consumers Recycle the Old as They Bring in the New

Nov 25, 2008

E-Cycle Washington will provide free recycling of computers and TVs beginning Jan. 1

Statement by Washington Conservation and Clean Energy Advocates on the Western Climate Initiative Framework

Sep 23, 2008

 

Washington State Environmental Leaders React to WCI Recommendations

Jul 23, 2008

Today, the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) released its final draft recommendations for reducing global warming pollution through a regional “cap and trade” system...

Good Decision Throws out Bad Water Law

Jun 11, 2008

Seattle, WA - Today’s ruling by Judge Jim Rogers of King County Superior Court struck down key parts of a 2003 water law that had been loudly opposed by tribal and environmental leaders.

Governor Gregoire to Sign Local Farms-Healthy Kids Law

Mar 27, 2008

State of Washington becomes national leader in trend for better food choices

Legislature Makes Progress on Environmental Priorities

Mar 13, 2008

 

Climate Action and Green Jobs Passes Legislature

Mar 05, 2008

Will final budget deliver crucial funding for green jobs?

Historic Agreement Signed to Restore Manastash Creek

Dec 18, 2007

An agreement signed to restore a creek is announced by farmers, environmentalists (including Washington Environmental Council) and others.

Groups Appeal Last Water Right Permits for Proposed Buckhorn Mine

Dec 10, 2007

 

Legislature Makes Environment a Top Priority

Apr 21, 2007

Reforms Provide Improved Protections for People, Land, Air and Water