Climate change is increasing the frequency and duration of extreme heat events in the Pacific Northwest. This will affect the health of many of our residents including the elderly, the very young, and people with allergies, asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Living in areas where the air quality is poor… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle is looking for two new members to serve on the Urban Forestry Commission. The positions available are: Position #3 – Natural resource agency or university representative Position #8 – Development community or Non-City Utility Representative The Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) advises the Mayor and City Council… [ Keep reading ]
Mayor Murray was among a dozen U.S. mayors and governors who joined a delegation of Chinese subnational leaders making climate commitments and agreements at the U.S.-China Climate Leaders Summit in Los Angeles on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Summit is the first official gathering of U.S. and Chinese leaders under the Climate Change… [ Keep reading ]
Building Energy Efficiency in Seattle: Next Steps Building owners and managers are invited to share their thoughts on proposed next generation building energy policies for commercial and multifamily properties (20,000+ SF). Learn how building efficiency will help us meet our climate goal to be carbon-neutral by 2050 and what resources are available for improving your own building’s… [ Keep reading ]
Polluted stormwater runoff is the leading water quality threat to Puget Sound, the City has released a draft citywide Green Stormwater Infrastructure Strategy, outlining plans to accelerate green approaches for preventing this type of water pollution. Rainfall rushing off hard surfaces like roads and parking lots can overwhelm our piped drainage… [ Keep reading ]
In 2013, the City of Seattle adopted a Climate Action Plan (CAP) that put the City’s on a path to become a carbon-neutral community by 2050. The CAP includes ambitious targets for energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and outlines a range of near-term (by 2015) and long-term (by 2030)… [ Keep reading ]
re-posted from Parkways, (Seattle Parks & Recreation blog) Robin Williams once said, “Spring is nature’s way of saying ‘Let’s party!’” In our fair city, spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Come out of hibernation, Seattleites.’” It’s getting lighter in the mornings! The sun doesn’t set at 4:30 p.m. anymore! There… [ Keep reading ]
Interested in putting together a community event for Earth Day but just need a little boost to make it happen? We want to help! The Office of Sustainability & Environment has small climate grants (up to $500) available for groups or individuals who want create opportunities for their community to get… [ Keep reading ]
The King Conservation District (KCD) is a natural resources assistance agency authorized by Washington State and guided by the Washington State Conservation Commission. They work to promote the sustainable use of natural resources through responsible stewardship. All landowners within the District boundaries are entitled to free information and technical assistance for… [ Keep reading ]
In 2013, the Seattle adopted the Seattle Climate Action Plan, with a goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. City staff have been busy since them moving forward on many of the initiatives and programs called for in the Plan. OSE recently released the 2014 CAP Highlights Report which showcases some of… [ Keep reading ]
