As the crisp fall weather settles in, households with oil heating are making plans to refill their oil tanks. While burning oil was once a common way … [Read more...] about The Hidden Risks Beneath Your Yard: How retiring your oil heating tank and transitioning to electric heat protects our homes, water, and climate
Environment & Sustainability
Possible Delay in November SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Government Shutdown
We know how much families rely on their monthly food benefits. Because of the federal government shutdown, there is a chance that SNAP (also called … [Read more...] about Possible Delay in November SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Government Shutdown
Celebrating Seattle Forest Week October 25 – November 1 with our new “Foresting Seattle” program
Seattle Forest Week festivities are kicking off next week, giving community members the opportunity to help grow Seattle’s urban forest and build a … [Read more...] about Celebrating Seattle Forest Week October 25 – November 1 with our new “Foresting Seattle” program
City of Seattle Announces Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Help Reduce Climate Pollution in Community, Affordable Housing, and Nonprofit Buildings
Seattle — Today, the Seattle Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE) announced $4.68 million in 2025 Building Decarbonization Grants to 17 … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Announces Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Help Reduce Climate Pollution in Community, Affordable Housing, and Nonprofit Buildings
City of Seattle Announces Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Help Reduce Climate Pollution in Community, Affordable Housing, and Nonprofit Buildings
Seattle — Today, the Seattle Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE) announced $4.68 million in 2025 Building Decarbonization Grants to … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Announces Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Help Reduce Climate Pollution in Community, Affordable Housing, and Nonprofit Buildings
City of Seattle Announces $1.5 million in Funding to Help Bring New Electric Drayage Trucks to Seattle
The City of Seattle today announced $1.5 million in truck purchasing incentives to Zeem Solutions (Zeem), a business leader in designing, building, … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Announces $1.5 million in Funding to Help Bring New Electric Drayage Trucks to Seattle
Mayor Harrell Signs Executive Order to Preserve More Trees on Private Property, Protecting Critical Urban Tree Canopy
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell signed a new Executive Order to increase tree preservation on private property, building on efforts over the last … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Signs Executive Order to Preserve More Trees on Private Property, Protecting Critical Urban Tree Canopy
Mayor Harrell Proposes Legislation Banning Anti-Competitive Covenants that Block New Grocery Stores and Pharmacies
Legislation aims to address food insecurity and reduce barriers to acquiring needed medications Seattle—Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Proposes Legislation Banning Anti-Competitive Covenants that Block New Grocery Stores and Pharmacies
City of Seattle Stands in Strong Opposition to EPA’s Proposed Move to Abandon Landmark Climate Regulations
SEATTLE – This week, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell submitted a public comment to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) strongly opposing their … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Stands in Strong Opposition to EPA’s Proposed Move to Abandon Landmark Climate Regulations
Mayor Harrell’s 2026 Proposed Budget for OSE
Seattle, WA- Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell is releasing the 2026 Proposed Budget. In this budget, Mayor Harrell is continuing investments and bold … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell’s 2026 Proposed Budget for OSE
New Report Reviews Seattle’s 2013 Climate Action Plan Progress and Assesses Successes, Challenges, and Next Steps
OSE is excited to share the new 2013 Climate Action Plan Progress Report (Progress Report), one of the first major deliverables to develop the … [Read more...] about New Report Reviews Seattle’s 2013 Climate Action Plan Progress and Assesses Successes, Challenges, and Next Steps
Back-to-School Updates from Our Healthy Food in Schools Initiative: Bringing more fresh, local, and culturally relevant food to Seattle Schools
To help kick off the school year and Washington’s Eat Local Month in September, we’re sharing some exciting highlights from our Healthy Food in … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Updates from Our Healthy Food in Schools Initiative: Bringing more fresh, local, and culturally relevant food to Seattle Schools