New GHG emissions data: Results of the Puget Sound Regional Emissions Analysis project, led by King County, will be available next year.
Green jobs strategy: A new green jobs strategy is currently under development. The strategy is aimed at creating a diverse and equitable representation of frontline communities in King County's workforce and region, building living-wage careers in the green economy.
Re+ zero waste of resources plan: Set to launch in 2022, the Re+ plan will create a path for meeting our regional zero waste goals. Re+ envisions healthy, safe, thriving communities in a waste-free King County. Through Re+ we're deepening our waste prevention and reduction methods, and finding innovative ways to match materials to end markets. In doing so, we're reducing emissions, preparing for climate impacts, and creating new jobs in a greener economy.
"Energize!" pilot program: King County will launch a program to install high-efficiency heat pumps, providing clean heating and cooling free of fossil fuels in 150 homes in the White Center and Skyway unincorporated areas.
Fleet electrification: Fleet electrification is one of Executive Constantine's top priorities for 2022, including leading the way with piloting a new Kenworth Class 8 heavy duty electric truck in our Solid Waste Division. More battery-electric buses are also coming to the King County Metro fleet. Metro has committed to move to a 100% zero-emissions fleet powered by renewable energy no later than 2035.
Reducing wildfire and heat risk: King County is partnering with local jurisdictions and community partners to reduce the risks of wildfire and extreme heat. The county's first Wildfire Risk Reduction Plan is currently under development, with work on a countywide extreme heat mitigation strategy scheduled to begin in 2022.
Climate Justice Focus: The Climate Equity Community Task Force is finalizing its framework for implementing the Sustainable and Resilient Frontline Communities (SRFC) section of the 2020 SCAP. Coming in 2022, the Task Force will expand membership, formalize roles, and embark on a climate justice training program to deepen its leadership and partnerships within King County. Internally, the King County SRFC Advisory Committee will initiate, align, track, and support the advancement of climate justice actions with the Climate Equity Community Task Force.
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