The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) has released the 2013 City Energy Efficiency Scorecard, a report that ranks 34 of the most populous U.S. cities on policies to advance energy efficiency. Seattle was named among the top U.S. cities – ranked #5 overall and #1 for building energy efficiency…. [ Keep reading ]
Two local community organizations – Bike Works and Clean Greens Farm & Market – will receive a donated solar energy system to generate electricity for their facilities if enough homes in central and southeast Seattle neighborhoods choose to install solar electric systems in the coming months. The donated solar systems serve… [ Keep reading ]
Bicyclists and pedestrians in Ballard are celebrating the installation of Seattle’s third neighborhood greenway – officially opened on Saturday, September 7. Over 2.1 miles long, the neighborhood greenway follows NW 58th Street for the majority of the route, improving access to a park, schools, shops, restaurants and services. The greenway starts… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on elements of the proposed Waterfront Seattle project including Alaskan Way, the pedestrian promenade, and the overlook walk. The EIS scoping comment period for these elements began on August 14 and continues through September 25. You can submit… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Public Utilities Resource Venture program offers free tools and assistance to help Seattle area businesses conserve resources and prevent pollution. Learn how your business can reduce costs, gain a competitive edge, and contribute to a clean and healthy community. Save Money Find available rebates, useful publications, how-to guides, manuals, regulatory help,… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle is seeking an urban ecologist with experience in the field of restoration ecology for the Urban Forestry Commission (UFC). The term would start December 1, 2013 and would extend through December 1, 2016. This position is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council… [ Keep reading ]
Don’t delay! Time is running out to submit your FREE application to install a park on Seattle PARK(ing) Day. On September 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., community groups, businesses, and individuals will be installing their own temporary on-street mini-parks as part of PARK(ing) Day. These fun and unique… [ Keep reading ]
Gardening is fun, but it has its share of puzzles! The City of Seattle has a lot of resources to help you keep your yard a healthy green place that benefits you, your community and the environment. First up, our good friends, trees. They need some special attention now and… [ Keep reading ]
A reminder that tomorrow night – Wednesday, Aug. 21 – Seattle City Light will host the first of three community forums to discuss the utility’s plans for replacing aging electrical meters in 2015 with advanced meters that provide two-way communication. Advanced metering is a technology that gives customers an opportunity… [ Keep reading ]
The Northgate Urban Design Framework (UDF), developed with extensive community input, is now available for review. Please share your thoughts via the accompanying survey. This will help the city identify the most important priorities for improving the area south of Northgate mall to make it more healthy, livable, and aesthetically attractive. With… [ Keep reading ]
