WA Legislature should stand up to pressure from Big Oil
A diverse coalition is calling on the State Legislature to stand up to the undue influence of the oil industry that is putting Washington’s health, climate, safety, and communities at risk.
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Cities Get Clean Energy
City leaders across the United States see that energy efficiency means not only carbon reduction but also good government and sound economic policy
Who's running the Port of Seattle? Candidates Forum June 29
With an election on the way, here's a valuable opportunity to hear Port Commissioner candidates discuss their vision for a prosperous and sustainable public port.
Resilience as the Crossroads of Race and Climate Justice
At Got Green? they know a grassroots movement led by frontline communities is necessary in order to create the world where people and the earth can thrive. Guests from the Cordillera Human Rights Alliance - Audrey Beltran, Cynthia Dacanay-Jaramillo, and Nelson Salvador - are making a stop in Seattle as part of their Canada-US tour, leading up to the International People's Tribune in DC.
Clean fuels or better transit? A false choice for Washington
The oil industry doesn't like competition. That's why their lobbyists are working around the clock to stop Governor Inslee from adopting a Clean Fuels Standard, and telling lawmakers that we have to choose between clean air and investment in transporation infrastructure. Not true.
Bellevue builds clean energy cred
Bellevue, WA has been quietly earning accolades for its achievements in sustainability, clean energy and energy efficiency. What's next for this leading city?
New study undermines jobs case for Whatcom coal terminal
Jobs, jobs, jobs?A new study shows that this proposed coal terminal is not prepared to deliver on promises of economic benefit.
Bonn talks yield forest deal; rest of pact left to co-chairs
EPA to regulate airplanes’ climate pollution, Hawaii aims for 100% renewable power by 2045, rooftop solar installations up 76 percent, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions
Coastal Washington communities say no to oil trains
Should the health and security of our maritime communities be sacrificed for a fossil fuel export superhighway? In response to proposals for new oil and coal terminals, folks from the Grays Harbor area are coming together to protect their communities and our climate.
Unions representing 60,000 workers say "Shell No"
In a powerful statement released today, several major unions accuse Shell and the Port of Seattle of neglecting the interests of working people, Seattle's economic well-being, and the future health of our communities and our planet.