Sustainable Edmonds

If there's controversy, there's controversy. Nothing worthwhile ever happened without overcoming friction. Thankfully, there are bold voices out there "telling it like it is". We all want net zero, but if you do the math, there's no practical way to get there without nuclear.
So... how might we get there from here?

Analysis | Net Zero Isn’t Possible Without Nuclear Unfortunately, outdated regulations are impeding much-needed innovation to fight climate change. Time is running short.

What is the Green New Deal really? Here’s a link to the full text of the draft Resolution.

Here's The Full Text Of Congress' Green New Deal Resolution, Introduced By Rep. Alexandra Ocasio Cortez RESOLUTION: Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal.

Washington State has (almost) passed a carbon tax. It was looking good as it came out of committee but died on the floor. Ok... what does that actually mean? Read this analysis to find out.

Substitute SB 6203: Our Analysis A substitute version of SB 6203, the carbon tax proposal championed by Governor Inslee, passed

Tonight! "Climate Change and You" discussion panel at Edmonds United Methodist Church, 7pm. See you there!

Taming Bigfoot Edmonds to kick off with 'Climate Change and You' panel Oct. 24 - My Edmonds News Taming BigFoot Edmonds will launch at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, with a “Climate Change and You”panel presentation of scientists and climate leaders moderated by State Rep. Strom Peterson. The panel will share new insights into the climate crisis with ideas how we can take action and make a difference...

Two big announcements in one day! Citizen activists were absolutely pivotal in stopping the construction of several proposed coal export terminals, and Longview... was the last domino left to fall.

Congratulations, and a big Thank You to all of you who joined us and the Power Past Coal coalition!

Connelly: State nixes key permit for big Longview coal export terminal A big blow to Big Coal: The Washington Department of Ecology denies a key water quality permit to builders of the proposed Millennium Bulk Terminals coal export terminal in Longview. It would be the largest coal export facility in North America with a capacity of 44 million tons a year.