A ban on high-phosphorus automatic-dishwasher detergents imposed last July 1 in Spokane County triggered a consumer backlash that lingers today, but appears in early data to be having the desired effect of reducing the amount of the nettlesome nutrient likely being released into the Spokane River. The Spokane Business Journal reports.
The Sierra Club and Center for Justice’s long held views regarding phosphorus loading in the Spokane River are now being upheld by EPA. Their news release summarizes what has occurred and provides links to additional information.
EPA has changed course in calculating Idaho’s allowable contribution of phosphorus to the Spokane River. The Spokesman Review reports.
Spokane will lead the state this summer, banning high-phosphorus dishwasher detergents to improve water quality, particularly in the Spokane River and Lake Spokane.