- In wintertime, up to 80 percent of the fine particle pollution in neighborhoods comes from chimney smoke. Read more.
Climate Protection Initiatives
The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is committed to acting locally on climate change, and is engaged in efforts to achieve practical greenhouse gas reductions now. By partnering with other organizations and agencies at the city, county and state level, we educate the public about climate protection, promote alternative fuels, and provide assistance to help local jurisdictions develop their own climate programs. We also work with partners on regional and state issues as opportunities arise, such as our recent legislative work around the Clean Cars Initiative.
Working together, we strive to ensure healthy air, healthy communities, and a healthy future for our region.
Some of our climate protection initiatives are featured below.
Clean Cars Initiative
In 2005, Governor Gregoire signed into law the Clean Car Act, making Washington the ninth state to adopt strong state standards for air toxics and greenhouse gas-causing pollution.
Cool School Challenge
This climate education program for grades 7-12 engages students and teachers in practical strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions school-wide.
Climate Protection Advisory Committee
This stakeholder process examined the impacts of climate change for our region and culminated in a set of priorities and recommendations for reducing greenhouse gases.
