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Washington House Bill 1462 is a major step in cutting climate pollution by phasing out high-global-warming-potential (GWP) hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). These super-pollutants trap thousands of times more heat than CO₂, making their reduction one of the fastest ways to slow global warming.
✅ Cuts Climate Pollution – Limits high-GWP HFCs to reduce emissions from refrigerants.
✅ Boosts Innovation & Jobs – Encourages businesses to adopt cleaner alternatives.
✅ Prevents Waste & Leaks – Promotes recovery, reuse, and safer refrigerant management.
✅ Leads by Example – Requires reclaimed refrigerants in state-owned equipment.
By passing HB 1462, Washington can reduce pollution, drive a greener economy, and position itself as a leader in climate action.
Authorizes cities and counties to require an owner of a single-family residence to obtain a home energy performance report prior to publicly advertising the home for sale, with conditions, and provides the required elements of a home energy performance report.
House Bill 1630, introduced in the Washington State Legislature during the 2025 Regular Session, aims to address methane emissions from dairy farms and feedlots. Recognizing methane as a potent greenhouse gas contributing to climate change, the bill mandates that owners or operators of dairy farms and feedlots submit annual reports detailing their total methane emissions to the Department of Ecology. The department is tasked with establishing rules for this reporting process, including setting a reasonable schedule for initial submissions.
Potential Benefits for Climate and Environmental Impact:
Enhanced Emission Tracking: By requiring annual methane emission reports, the state can obtain accurate data on emissions from dairy farms and feedlots, sectors not previously mandated to report such information.
Informed Policy Development: With comprehensive emission data, policymakers can design targeted strategies to mitigate methane emissions, thereby contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.
Industry Accountability: The reporting requirement encourages dairy and feedlot operators to monitor and potentially reduce their methane emissions, promoting environmentally responsible practices within the industry.
Overall, House Bill 1630 seeks to fill a critical knowledge gap regarding agricultural methane emissions in Washington State, facilitating informed decision-making and effective climate action.
House Bill 1303, introduced in the Washington State Legislature during the 2025 Regular Session, seeks to enhance environmental justice by refining governmental decision-making processes. The bill’s primary objective is to mitigate disparities in cumulative environmental and health impacts across Washington, thereby improving the overall health of its residents.
Key Provisions:
Integration of Environmental Justice into SEPA:
Environmental Justice Impact Statements (EJIS):
Washington House Bill 1483 supports the right to repair, ensuring consumers and independent repair shops can access the tools, parts, and information needed to fix electronic devices.
✅ Reduces Electronic Waste – Extends device lifespans, keeping e-waste out of landfills.
✅ Cuts Carbon Footprint – Lowers demand for new manufacturing, reducing emissions.
✅ Supports a Circular Economy – Encourages repair and reuse over disposal.
By passing HB 1483, Washington can reduce pollution, conserve resources, and make sustainable technology more accessible.
Community solar means you don’t have to own land or a big rooftop to get the benefits of solar energy. Just like a Netflix subscription, customers can sign up to use locally generated solar energy from their community.
While Washington state was home to the nation’s first community solar project, it ranks 31st in community solar power generation. Allowing community solar to serve more customers will help Washington achieve its clean energy goals more quickly, affordably, and equitably.
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