Seattle-Area Schools Slowly Electrify Bus Fleets
Washington State has 40 electric school buses so far -- but big plans to change that. Meanwhile most parents drive their kids to school.
That...
Seattle Releases Plan to Curb Climate Pollution from Buildings
Landlords are pushing to delay implementation schedules and lessen fees.
When asked about the causes of climate change, most may picture cars, coal mines, and...
Climate Change is Influencing Seattle’s Unusual Spring Heatwave
Twenty degrees.
That’s how much higher temperatures in Seattle were during a heatwave this week compared to what we usually experience this time of year,...
Are Cruise Ships Crushing Seattle’s Climate Goals?
Whether pushing for a car-centric waterfront or failing to deliver on electric shore power, the Port of Seattle’s commitment to sustainability is an open...
Maren Costa Builds Council Run on West Seattle Roots and Climate Organizing
Last week The Urbanist took a peek at how the Seattle's Council District 1 race is shaping up, and former Amazon tech worker turned...
Four Vital Housing and Climate Bills Survive the Washington Legislature
WALeg Wednesday considers the housing package that passed, led by HB 1110.
As the legislative calendar winds its way to adjourning sine die (until next...
Adopted Regional Transportation Plan Isn’t Aligned With 2030 Climate Goals
Just a few months after adopting a long range transportation plan intended to guide investments through 2050, staff at the Puget Sound Regional Council...
Climate Pledge Arena, Season 2: Better Food, Frostier Drinks, Lots of Goals
To be honest, it’s a little difficult to decide whether this is a food review, a hockey game report, or a look at the...