Policy continues Seattle’s decades-long legacy of national climate leadership and innovation to meet the urgency and scale of the climate crisis … [Read more...] about Mayor Harrell Introduces New Building Emissions Performance Standard (BEPS) to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 27% from Existing Buildings
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Environmental Justice Committee Application 2023
The Environmental Justice Fund (EJ Fund), a program of Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment, is seeking six community members to … [Read more...] about Environmental Justice Committee Application 2023
Washington Launches Statewide Partnership for Tree Equity, Aiming to Expand Canopy Cover and Promote Healthier Communities
On Thursday, April 13, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and OSE Director Jessyn Farrell joined the Department of Natural Resources and American Forests at … [Read more...] about Washington Launches Statewide Partnership for Tree Equity, Aiming to Expand Canopy Cover and Promote Healthier Communities
Welcoming OSE’s 2022 New Hires
OSE is thrilled to have added seven new talented staff members in 2022, including our Director, Jessyn Farrell! We are excited to have these new … [Read more...] about Welcoming OSE’s 2022 New Hires
Seattle’s Fresh Bucks Program Releases 2022 Impact Report, Serving 12,000 Households and Expanding Small Retailer Network
Seattle’s Fresh Bucks program, administered by the Office of Sustainability and Environment, released its 2022 Impact Report. Fresh Bucks … [Read more...] about Seattle’s Fresh Bucks Program Releases 2022 Impact Report, Serving 12,000 Households and Expanding Small Retailer Network
Watch: Digging in to the Tree Canopy Cover Assessment
The City of Seattle released the final 2021 Tree Canopy Assessment showing Seattle’s 2021 tree canopy cover is 28.1%, down from 28.6% in 2016. … [Read more...] about Watch: Digging in to the Tree Canopy Cover Assessment
The Duwamish Valley Program 2022 Annual Update is Here!
“Implementing a One Seattle Approach in the Duwamish Valley.” If 2022 reminded us of anything, it’s that centering community leadership is … [Read more...] about The Duwamish Valley Program 2022 Annual Update is Here!
Seattle Releases 2021 Tree Canopy Assessment Showing Slow Decline in Canopy Cover Between 2016 and 2021
Seattle, WA – The City of Seattle today released the final 2021 Tree Canopy Assessment showing the city has lost 255 acres of tree canopy … [Read more...] about Seattle Releases 2021 Tree Canopy Assessment Showing Slow Decline in Canopy Cover Between 2016 and 2021
Two Positions Available: Apply by 2/17 to Join the Urban Forestry Commission
Commission meetings are held twice a month on the first and third Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Meeting participation options include joining … [Read more...] about Two Positions Available: Apply by 2/17 to Join the Urban Forestry Commission
Fresh Bucks expands to Lee’s Produce Market, a family-owned small business in the Delridge neighborhood
Fresh Bucks is expanding to Lee’s Produce Market, a family-owned and family-run business that has been a local shopping destination for over 30 … [Read more...] about Fresh Bucks expands to Lee’s Produce Market, a family-owned small business in the Delridge neighborhood
City of Seattle’s Environmental Justice Fund Awards $750,000 in Grants for 13 Projects Led by and Benefiting Those Most Impacted by Climate Change
The City of Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE) is pleased to announce $750,000 will be awarded through the Environmental … [Read more...] about City of Seattle’s Environmental Justice Fund Awards $750,000 in Grants for 13 Projects Led by and Benefiting Those Most Impacted by Climate Change
Next Steps and Additional Analysis of the 2021 Tree Canopy Cover Assessment
Trees are a critical part of Seattle’s infrastructure that provide essential benefits to our environment, health, and well-being. Trees manage … [Read more...] about Next Steps and Additional Analysis of the 2021 Tree Canopy Cover Assessment