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Clean & Prosperous WA
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 1d
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.

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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 1d
@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
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 3d
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 3d
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 3d
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%.”
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 8d
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...
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 8d
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 8d
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!
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 10d
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 15d
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 15d
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 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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 17d
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...
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 17d
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 22d
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 22d
🎉 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.
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
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 24d
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...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 24d
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 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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 29d
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...
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.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 29d
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
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · 29d
The EPA plans to revoke its “endangerment finding” - the foundation for regulating greenhouse gases since 2009. This rollback would weaken rules on cars, trucks, and power plants, and slow the nation’s ability to cut emissions.

@ecology.wa.gov
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · Sep 8
This achievement demonstrates what’s possible when communities align around ambition and innovation.

Read the full story from @triplepundit.bsky.social here: triplepundit.com/2025/pittsbu...
TriplePundit • This Pittsburgh Neighborhood Halved Carbon Emissions Last Year and Saved Over $44 Million
This Pittsburgh Neighborhood Halved Carbon Emissions Last Year and Saved Over $44 Million
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · Sep 8
The Pittsburgh 2030 District beat its carbon goal — cutting emissions 52% across 1,300 buildings and saving $44M.

Collaboration made it possible:
🌍 135M sq. ft. advancing shared pollution reduction goals
💡 25% energy savings = $44M avoided costs
🤝 Partnerships across sectors driving impact
Graphic with image of Pittsburgh with purple rectangle at bottom of page with text: "Pittsburgh 2030 District: A sustainability Milestone,” “52% carbon reductions across 1,300 buildings - showing ambition + innovation work.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner. Graphic with title text: “Impact Through Collaboration & Innovation.” Bullet points below: “52% emissions reduction, exceeding 2030 goal,” “$44M saved in utility costs,” “135M sq ft of commercial space working toward shared pollution reduction goals,” “Partnerships across businesses ,universities, nonprofits, and government driving results.” Image of a building on left side of graphic. Triple Pundit logo below bullet points, Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · Sep 3
The shift to clean energy is good for businesses, workers & the environment — and a majority of U.S. voters agree.

New polling from @dataforprogress.org shows:
📈 Positive local impacts
💪 More resilient than fossil fuels
🏡 Majority support local projects

Explore more here: tinyurl.com/5et6zxrm
Graphic with light blue background and title text: “Voters Back Clean Energy.” Subhead: Most Americans see renewable energy as a win for their communities, the economy, and resilience.” Icon of wind turbines and solar panels with a solid colored hill behind them and clouds. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner, ‘Data For Progress’ logo in bottom left corner. Graphic with light blue background and title text: “Hosting Projects Locally.” Bullet points below: “Nearly 3 in 4 voters (74%) say the U.S. needs more renewable energy projects,” “More than half (54%) support projects in their own community,” “Nearly 2 in 3 Republicans (63%) agree the U.S. needs new projects.” Icon of two workers in overalls on a patch of grass with two wind turbines and solar panels behind them. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner. Graphic with light blue background and title text: “Reliability & Resiliency.” Bullet points below: “A majority of voters (52%) think renewables are equally or more reliable than fossil fuels,” “Only 15% think fossil fuels are both more reliable and resilient,” “Nearly half of Republicans and most Independents agree renewables are as or more reliable than fossil fuels.” Icon of the earth split in half with a solar panel and a wind turbine on top. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · Aug 27
TX is leading the way in clean energy growth, and this year has surpassed CA as the state with the most utility-scale solar capacity.

Explore the charts & read more from the US Energy Information Administration:
www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
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Clean & Prosperous WA @cleanprosperouswa.bsky.social · Aug 27
A telling story in charts: “U.S. developers report half of new electric generating capacity will come from solar.”

Clean energy, driven by growth in solar and battery storage, is expanding at scale while costly, less efficient fossil fuels are being phased out.
Graphic with title: “Half of New U.S. Electric Capacity in 2025 Is Solar.” With the subheading: “Developers plan to add 64 GW of new power this year, more than half from solar, with batteries and wind also growing. Coal remains the largest share of retirements.” Image of solar panels fills the bottom half of the page. Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner. Graphic with title: “Cumulative utility-scale electric generating capacity additions (2025).” Split bar chart with Y axis unit: gigawatts, and X axis unit: months of the year, split by “past additions (January through June)” and “planned additions (July through December).” Each month shows gigawatt levels of solar photovoltaic, battery storage, wind, and natural gas. Below are bullet points: “33 GW solar planned in 2025 (over half of new capacity), Battery storage = 26% of additions, Texas leads with nearly 13 GW solar in 2025.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner. Graphic with title: “U.S. utility-scale electric generating capacity additions (2000-2025).” Split bar chart below with Y axis unit: gigawatts, X axis unit: years between 2000 and 2025. Each year shows gigawatt levels of solar, battery storage, wind, natural gas, coal, nuclear, and other. Bullet points below: “2025 could set a record 64 GW added, Past highs were gas-driven (2002: 58 GW), Now, solar and batteries dominate new growth.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner. Graphic with title text: “Cumulative utility-scale electric generation capacity retirements (2025).” Graph showing split bar chart with Y axis: gigawatts, X axis: Months of the year (2025). Each month shows a split bar with gigawatt levels of coal, natural gas, petroleum, and other. The chart is split between “past retirements (January through June)” and “planned retirements (July through December).” Bullet points below: “8.7 GW retirements expected in 2025, Coal = 71% of closures, Some retirements delayed or canceled.” Clean & Prosperous Washington logo in bottom right corner.
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