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Vendor and Contractor Training for the ISGP

December 02, 2025

The vendor and contractor training requirements in the 2025 Industrial Stormwater General Permit have been one of the more talked-about updates since the draft permit was released. Many facilities have […]

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Industrial Stormwater Inspections- “What to expect when inspecting”

December 02, 2025

We recently hosted Cody Ennis from the Department of Ecology for a practical walk-through of what actually happens during an industrial stormwater inspection. Cody is the Duwamish Stormwater Compliance Specialist […]

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BMP Case Study: Grattix Box at Port of Vancouver

December 02, 2025

Building a Grattix Box with the Port of Vancouver During our latest stormwater discussion, we hosted Mark Tousher, Senior Environmental Specialist with the Port of Vancouver, to share an easy […]

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2026 Construction Stormwater General Permit Released

November 24, 2025

New Construction Stormwater General Permit Released: Effective January 1, 2026 Washington State Department of Ecology has released the updated 2026 Construction Stormwater General Permit (CSWGP), which will go into effect […]

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Stormwater Awareness Week: October 10 Spotlight

October 10, 2025

It’s the final day of programming for Stormwater Awareness Week 2025! As we draw to a close, we want to thank all of you who have attended events so far […]

Stormwater Awareness Week

Stormwater Awareness Week: October 9 Spotlight

October 09, 2025

We’re over halfway through Stormwater Awareness Week 2025, and today we are delivering a full lineup of FREE online sessions plus an in-person Seattle treatment tour showcasing real-world stormwater solutions. […]

Stormwater Awareness Week

Stormwater Awareness Week: October 8 Spotlight

October 08, 2025

Stormwater Awareness Week 2025 keeps rolling, and today brings a mix of FREE online presentations and an in-person Tacoma tour that ties directly to Monday’s bioretention companion session. All online […]

Stormwater Awareness Week

Stormwater Awareness Week: October 7 Spotlight

October 07, 2025

Stormwater Awareness Week 2025 is in full swing! Today, you’ll find a mix of FREE online presentations and in-person trainings and demos. All sessions are recorded and will be available […]

Stormwater Awareness Week

Presentation Spotlight: Engaging Communities Through the PRWC Small Grants Program

October 06, 2025

Presenters: Robby Wright, President, Puyallup River Watershed Council (PRWC) & Barbara Ann Smolko, Senior Planner, Pierce County Surface Water Management The Puyallup River Watershed Council (PRWC) and Pierce County Surface […]

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Stormwater Awareness Week Kicks Off Today: October 6 Spotlight

October 06, 2025

Stormwater Awareness Week 2025 kicks off today with a full day of online presentations, bringing national perspectives, practical tools, and policy insights straight to your screen. All sessions are FREE, […]

Stormwater Awareness Week