Clean & Prosperous WA

Graphic with blue background with clouds on the top and bottom of the page. Title text in white: “Record Jump in Global CO2 Levels.” “U.N. reports the largest annual increase ever measured in atmospheric carbon dioxide.” Bullet points going left to right: “CO2 reached 423.9 ppm in 2024, +3.5 ppm from 2023 - biggest rise since 1957, 2023 was Earth’s hottest year on record.” The Seattle Times logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with blue background with clouds on the top and bottom of the page. Two sections of text with title and bullet points on top and bottom of page separated by a horizontal line in the center of the page. Top section of text title: “What’s Driving the Increase.” Bullet points: “Fossil fuel emissions remain the primary source, Wildfires added more CO₂, Heat and drought reduced the ability of land and oceans to absorb carbon.” Bottom section of text title: “Why It Matters.” Bullet points: “CO₂ can remain in the atmosphere for centuries, More trapped heat is contributing to extreme weather, Continued monitoring and emissions reductions are essential for climate and community stability.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

CO₂ remains in the atmosphere for centuries, and stressed natural systems are becoming less able to draw it down - making sustained emissions reductions and strong monitoring efforts more important than ever.

CO₂ levels saw their largest annual jump on record, according to the U.N.’s World Meteorological Organization as reported by @seattletimes-rss.bsky.social

The data shows that CO₂ climbed sharply in 2024, driven mainly by human emissions, with wildfires and stressed ecosystems adding to the rise.

Graphic with green and white gradient background. Title text: “Turning Livestock Waste Into a Climate Solution.” Subheading: “Manure is an underutilized resource - now it can reduce emissions, improve soil health, and create jobs.” Photo of two brown cows in bottom right quadrant of page. ‘Triple Pundit’ logo in bottom left corner. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with green and white gradient background. Three sections of bullet points each with a correlating icon on the left of in place of a bullet point. From top section to bottom; “The challenge: manure emits greenhouse gases, nutrients often wasted, polluting waterways.” “The Solution: NURSE: treats manure before land application, captures CO2 for permanent storage, produces nutrient-rich fertilizer, recovers water plus key minerals.” “The Impact: cuts emissions plus protects water, boosts soil health and crop efficiency, reduces cost for farmers, creates hundreds of clean tech plus ag tech jobs.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

The NURSE project (Nutrient Utilization and Recovery Through Supercritical Extraction) aims to transform how farmers manage waste and fertilize fields - cutting emissions, improving soil health, lowering costs, capturing CO₂, recovering purified water and nutrients, and creating clean tech jobs.

Manure isn’t glamorous… but it’s a massive, underused climate resource 💡🐄

A new approach highlighted by @triplepundit.bsky.social turns livestock manure into carbon capture + nutrient-rich fertilizer - transforming a major agricultural challenge into an opportunity.

Graphic with lime green background color with title text: “Uber will pay drivers $4K to switch to EVs.” Subheading below title: “‘Go Electric’ program helps drivers make the switch after loss of the federal EV tax credits.” On the left side of the graphic are three different vehicles all monochromatic purple with lightning bolts on them with yellow light beams coming off the front shining towards the right side of the page where there are five bullet points. Bullet points from top to bottom: “$4k grants for drivers who buy new or used EVs,” “Launching in NY, CA, CO & MA,” “Replaces expired $7.5K EV tax credit,” “Goal: 100% EV trips by 2030 in North America & Europe,” “‘Uber Green (arrow) ‘Uber Electric’.” The Verge logo in the bottom right corner on the left of the Clean & Prosperous Washington logo also in the bottom right corner.

Love to see companies step up where fed climate action falls short 👏 Uber is offering $4K grants to help drivers switch to EVs - part of their plan for 100% zero-emission trips by 2030. It’s live in CA, CO, MA & NYC - we're hoping WA next!

More from @theverge.com: www.theverge.com/news/802983/...

Rapid solar growth prevents rising CO₂ emissions - proving clean energy is scaling & stabilizing both the grid & the climate.

Led by China, the U.S., the EU & Brazil, this is a truly global shift happening now.

Read the full report from @ember-energy.org:
ember-energy.org/latest-insig...

Graphic with orange background and image on right side with wind turbines in the background and solar panels in the foreground. Title text left aligned on the orange background part of graphic: “Renewables Overtake Coal for the First Time.” Subheading below: “In the first half of 2025, solar and wind growth exceeded global electricity demand - market a turning point in the clean energy transition.” Bullet points below: “Solar and wind met 109% of global demand,” “Solar alone supplied 84% of that rise,” “Renewables’ shares rose to 34.3% surpassing coal,” “Coal generation fell 0.6% as clean power expanded.” Ember logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

From @ember-energy.org’s Global Electricity Mid-Year Insights 2025: In H1 2025, solar & wind outpaced global demand growth & renewables surpassed coal for the first time 🔆💨

Solar + wind met 109% of demand growth
Solar covered 83%, up 31% YoY
Renewables: 34.3% of power vs. coal: 33.1%

Major solar farm in eastern Washington on cusp of approval • Washington State Standard A large solar farm proposed in eastern Washington could clear a critical regulatory hurdle this month. Yakama Nation is opposed.

The Washington State Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) is evaluating the updated project proposal at a special meeting tomorrow, October 21.

Read more in the @washingtonstatestandard.com: washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/10/08/m...

Graphic with an image of solar panels in a field with title text below on a yellow background: “Major Eastern Washington Solar Farm Nears Final Approval.” Subheading: a 160-MW solar project near Goldendale is poised to clear a key state review this month as it moves toward approval.” Washington State Standard logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with yellow background and title text: “What’s Next for the Carriger Solar Project.” Bullet points below in three categories, from top to bottom: “Overview: Location: West of Goldendale; Scale: 160 MW solar + 63 MW battery, Power: Up to 32,5000 homes.” Status: EFSEC vote Oct. 21 → then Gov. Ferguson, Continued talks with Yakima Nation on cultural protection.” “Key updates: $100K grant for Yakama cultural work, added setbacks, screening, and access protections, Must begin by July 2026 to keep federal tax credits.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

We love to see more solar + storage projects coming online 🔆🔋 The combo is key to unlocking the clean energy transition here in WA and across the country.

This project will have 160 MW of generating potential, which can power 32,500 homes. It will host an on-site 63 MW battery storage system!

We must embrace the “build shit” spirit to speed our transition to a clean energy economy.

We have to build *more* clean energy projects *faster* to hit our goals under the #ClimateCommitmentAct & Clean Energy Transformation Act.

Read more in @geekwire.com www.geekwire.com/2025/we-buil...

Graphic with image of four panelists in chairs on a stage with title text below: “Washington’s Secret to Stability: ‘WE BUILD SHIT’” and subheading below: “Amid national turmoil, Washington’s innovation ecosystem, powered between universities, businesses and public institutions, is charting a steady course for the future.” Geek Wire logo in bottom left corner and Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with title text: “A Culture That Builds” and bullet points below: “Washington thrives on invention - from Boeing and Microsoft to new breakthroughs in fusion energy, Helion Energy is building what could become the world’s first commercial fusion reactor in Wenatchee, state leaders say Washington’s integrated network of universities, industry, and government drives progress.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with title text: “Working Together to Lead the Future.” Bullet points below: “WSU and UW partner on impactful research and innovation, WSAS connects scientists and policymakers to guide evidence-based decisions, Continued investment in education and research is key to sustaining AI and tech leadership, In times of change, Washington’s strength is its ability to collaborate, adapt, and build, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

"We build shit" - Joe Nguyen

Great piece from @geekwire.com on how WA state can stay resilient against federal rollbacks.
Why? WA has the capital, workforce, the institutional know-how, and the spirit and history of cutting-edge innovation.

Reducing pollution is not only good for our health & the climate, it's good for our wallets. Transitioning to EVs frees drivers from volatile global fuel markets.

The Coltura EV Cost Savings Index has WA drivers saving about $3,700/year on fuel and maintenance by switching to electric.

#greensky

Graphic with image of a semi truck with black blowing black exhaust out of two tailpipes on a freeway of other cars and traffic. Below is the title text: “Repealing Tailpipe Standards Would Cost Americans Billion.” Subheading: “If the EPA repeals the Endangerment Finding, Americans could face $310B in higher costs, mostly from gasoline prices.” Bullet points below with summary information: Americans would pay $310B more by 2050, $710B lost from the U.S. GDP and 110K jobs lost annually, 17K premature deaths from increased pollution, EV adoption drops, cutting pollution saves money, jobs and lives. ‘Energy Innovation’ logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

@energyinnovation.org modeled the impacts of the federal gov's attempts to repeal tailpipe emissions standards & the results are devastating for the economy, communities and the air we breathe.

The impact:
- 17K pollution-related premature deaths
- Americans pay $310B more
- 110k jobs annually

You can save up to $2,000 on a heat pump through federal clean energy tax credits - but they expire Dec. 31, 2025, due to federal rollbacks.

Local govs., like Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment, are stepping up with their own rebates!

Full story: www.canarymedia.com/articles/hea...

Heat pumps are more efficient than gas furnaces & water heaters. They don't rely on fossil fuels meaning improved air quality, reduced pollution & cost savings.

Buildings = 2nd largest share of GHG emissions in WA at nearly 25%. Scaling heat pumps is essential to meet decarbonization goals.

Graphic with orange background and title text: “States Get a Roadmap for Heat-pump Expansion.” Subheading: “WA and 10 other states + D.C. now have a shared plan with 50+ strategies to accelerate cleaner, more efficient heating and cooling.” Image of a heat pump fills the bottom half of the graphic. ‘Canary Media’ logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with orange background with title text: “Why This Matters.” Bullet points below: “WA just joined 10 other states + D.C. in a heat pump coalition,” “Buildings = 13% of U.S. emissions; heat pumps cut pollution and improve air,” “Heat pumps: 2-4x more efficient than furnaces, 3-5x more than water heaters,” “States push ahead with incentives despite federal rollbacks.” ‘Canary Media’ logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Last month, WA joined a coalition of 9 other states + D.C. working to increase heat pump adoption.

@canarymedia.com: “Their targets: By 2030, heat pumps will make up 65% of the sales of residential heating, air conditioning & water heating equipment. By 2040, the percentage is to climb to 90%.”

Advancing affordability through climate ambition: How states can cut costs while cutting pollution - Climate 411 New EDF analysis finds that if leadership states deliver on their climate commitments, they could make a significant impact on the overall U.S. emissions and collectively cut the gap to the nation’s P...

In today’s landscape, subnationals have an even bigger role in climate & clean energy policy. States should follow WA’s lead and adopt ambitious, economy-wide cap-and-invest programs to cut pollution while reinvesting in communities.

Read the full story here: blogs.edf.org/climate411/2...

From the story: “One of the strongest policy tools available to states are cap-and-invest programs…A cap provides certainty that emissions will lower even under a range of uncertain future conditions.”

EDF found that if states fulfill climate commitments, they’ll significantly cut emissions.

Graphic with title text: “States Can Lead on Climate and Affordability,” and subheading: “EDP finds state leadership can close the gap to Paris Agreement targets while cutting household costs.” Chart below titled “Reductions in National Climate Pollution if Leadership States Meet 2035 Commitments.” EDF logo in bottom left corner and Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with quote: “Our research suggests that states don’t have to sacrifice climate ambition for affordability, in fact - it’s the opposite. At a time when decreased federal clean energy investment is costing ratepayers, we find that every state we model can use carbon pricing, such as cap-and-invest program, to achieve environmental goals and concurrently actually reduce household electricity costs.” Attributed to Dallas Burtraw, Leading environmental economist. EDF logo in bottom left corner, and Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Our friends at @envdefensefund.bsky.social put together a great breakdown of how states can keep advancing Paris-aligned commitments amidst federal retrenchment on climate action & the clean energy transition!

The big takeaway? Follow WA & CA’s lead: implement cap-and-invest!

ICYMI: @knkx.org reports on the importance of California’s cap-and-invest reauthorization, and what it means for Washington’s plans to join the CA-Quebec carbon market, which is the fourth-largest in the world 🌎

Listen here: www.knkx.org/2025-09-23/w...

The goal: highlight innovations + help decarbonization.

From Cooper Rinzler of Breakthrough Energy: “[The idea is] to enable the next generation…to impact our path to net zero through the lens of technology.”

Read more from @kbrigham.bsky.social in @heatmap.news: heatmap.news/climate-tech...

Graphic with blue background. Split image showing different types of technology (transmission lines, pipes, cars, etc.) on top half of page. Title text below that: “Climate Leaders Launch ‘Climate Tech Atlas.’” Subheading: “A new roadmap for innovation to reach net zero,” “Coalition of investment and climate leaders unveil the Climate Tech Atlas - mapping 24 opportunity areas and 39 moonshots to guide innovators, investors, and policymakers.” Heatmap logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with blue background and title text: “Inside the Climate Tech Atlas” Bullet points below that with a correlating icon on the left of each: “Backed by Breakthrough Energy, McKinsey, Stanford, Elemental Impact, Speed & Scale & Energy Innovation,” “Identifies 24 opportunity areas across buildings, transport, food, energy & more,” “Spotlights 39 moonshots like carbon-negative coatings & low-carbon cement,” “Provides a Tech Index to rank solutions from lab to pilot to commercials.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

With federal funding drying up, venture capitalists, nonprofits & academics are stepping in with a new resource: The Climate Tech Atlas!

It maps 24 “opportunity areas” + 39 “moonshots” to guide innovators, investors & policymakers.

Graphic with image on top half of page of an Alaska Airlines airplane flying over Mount Rainier. Title text below the image: “Airlines Unite to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Innovation.” Subheading: “$150M Oneworld fund, backed by Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures.” Bullet points below going from left to right: “Alaska & American Airlines lead with other Oneworld carriers joining,” “Aviation = 2-3% of global emissions with few decarbonization options,” “Net-zero targets: Alaska 2040, American 2050.” ‘Wall Street Journal logo in bottom left corner, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Developing #SAF is key to hitting emissions reduction goals. Aviation, marine & rail = 16% of WA’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Moving from jet fuel to biofuels will cut pollution, create green jobs & boost ag for SAF feedstock.

#GreenSky #NetZero

Read more from @wsj.com
www.wsj.com/articles/air...

Great to see WA-based companies like Alaska Airlines leading the push for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). They’re a leading investor in a new $150M Breakthrough Energy fund to advance SAF tech, cut emissions & improve air quality.

Amidst unprecedented federal rollbacks on clean energy, CA & WA are leading the way with market-based climate policy that reduces pollution, grows the economy, and creates jobs.

Read more: www.cleanprosperouswa.com/press-releas...

Graphic with light blue background color and quote: “Despite federal attacks on environmental and clean energy programs, Washington and California continue to lead the nation in driving down air pollution while generating revenue to invest back into local communities.” “California’s reauthorization of their cap-and-invest program is a major milestone in our collaborative efforts to link our markets, strengthen our subnational presence on the global stage, and power prosperity for all.” Attributed to Michael Mann, Executive Director, Clean & Prosperous Washington. Clean and Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with light blue background and title text: “California Reauthorizes Cap-and-Invest through 2045.” Text below: “Aligns ambition and timelines with WA’s Climate Commitment Act,” “Paves the way for a linked CA-QC-WA carbon market.” Text in the next cluster below: title text: “Impact of Reauthorization,” text below: “Extends authority for long-term climate action.” “Ensures ambitious emissions reduction targets.” Text in the next cluster below: title text: “Benefits of Linkage.” text below: “Provides market stability,” “Lowers compliance cost for businesses,” “Increases investment predictability,” “Strengthens collective climate ambition.” Image of California on right side of graphic. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with light blue background color and quote: “Cap-and-invest is the most affordable way to hit California’s ambitious 2030 climate target. By committing to extending the program beyond 2030, California sends an economic signal to the carbon market that our state remains wide open for businesses that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.” “Legislative extension also paves the way for linkage with Washington, the completion of which will show a unified front of subnational climate action in the face of federal climate inaction.” Attributed to Clayton Munnings, Executive Director, Clean and Prosperous California. Clean & Prosperous California logo in bottom right corner

🎉 Great news 🎉

The California legislature voted to reauthorize its cap-and-invest program through 2045. The bill now heads to @governor.ca.gov for signature. CA’s reauthorization sets the stage for a California-Québec-Washington linked market.

States are helping communities access incentives before federal tax credits expire.

- Colorado Energy Savings Navigator connects residents with solar & energy programs.
- @wastatecommerce.bsky.social helps orgs access tax credits before they run out.

Read here:
triplepundit.com/2025/the-u-s...

Graphic with golden yellow background color. White square filling majority of the page with title text: “U.S. Solar Keeps Growing Despite Policy Shifts” ‘Triple Pundit’ logo centered to white square above title text. Image below title of residential building with solar panels. Bullet points below: “70 million homes equals 1,500 gigawatts solar potential by 2050,” “At least 150 gigawatts new capacity still expected,” “Rising bills plus state action keep demand strong,” “Balcony and farm solar expand access.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Even as federal support for clean energy rolls back, the U.S. solar industry isn’t standing still.

Data from @woodmac.com:
- 70M homes suitable for rooftop solar → 1,500 GW potential.
- Currently, 5M homes & commercial buildings produce ~50 GW.
- 150 GW of new residential solar expected by 2050.

Graphic with blurry image of vehicles driving on the freeway. A black gradient translucent overlay comes from the left side of the graphic. A black translucent box overlays other elements with title text: “EPA Moves to Weaken Climate Protection.” Subheading: “The EPA is seeking to revoke its ‘endangerment finding,’ a key safeguard that recognizes greenhouse gases as a threat to public health and climate.” The Seattle Times Logo in bottom left corner and Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with image of a rocky Washington coast with trees and a tree covered mountain in the background. Black translucent gradient comes from left side of graphic. A black translucent box overlays other elements with title text: “What This Means for Washington.” Bullet points below: “State laws like the Climate Commitment Act remain in place,” “WA could face worsening wildfires, drought, and extreme weather,” “EV transition could slow without federal standards. The Seattle Times logo in bottom left corner and Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

Graphic with background image of cars in traffic. Black translucent gradient comes from the left side of the graphic. A black translucent box overlays other elements with a quote: “In Washington state, we are committed to science, clean air, and protecting vulnerable communities from the negative health impacts of greenhouse gas toxins.” Attribution below the quote in a separate black translucent box: “Michael Mann, Executive Director, Clean & Prosperous" Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.

WA is ready to lead, but without federal action, the fight against climate change becomes steeper for everyone.
Read the full story from @seattletimes-rss.bsky.social here:

www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

In WA, the stakes are high:
🚗 Transportation is our largest source of emissions
⚡ Federal rollbacks could slow the shift to EVs
🌲 State laws like the Clean Energy Transformation Act + #ClimateCommitmentAct keep progress moving