Together, we must do more on climate change
The world’s top scientists released their latest report on climate change this week, warning that the Earth is on pace
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Progress from the foothills of the Cascades to the shorelines of Puget Sound in 2022
Our employees and partners achieved environmental successes throughout King County in 2022, in cities, unincorporated communities, and natural areas from the foothills of the Cascades to the shorelines of Puget Sound. Continue readingProgress from the foothills of the Cascades to the shorelines of Puget Sound in 2022
Digging in with natural yard care this spring helps protect people and prevents pollution
Using natural yard care methods in your garden or yard this spring will not only result in vibrant green spaces, but it will also protect people, pets, and wildlife from exposure to harmful chemicals and prevent pollution of local waterways.Continue readingDigging in with natural yard care this spring helps protect people and prevents pollution
Recognizing early champions in environmental justice
In honor of Black History Month, it is important to acknowledge that in the United States, communities of color are the most impacted by environmental racism. It is important to highlight significant contributions of Black leaders such as Dr. Robert Bullard and Dr. Dorceta Taylor in the struggle for environmental justice. Continue readingRecognizing early champions in environmental justice
King County launches Re+, reinventing the region’s waste system to cut carbon emissions, transition to a sustainable economy
Building a sustainable economy and creating opportunities for those who need it most is what motivated Ming-Ming Tung-Edelman to start
Celebrating Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, we invited DNRP’s Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager, Art Hendricks, to curate a list
Souper Bowl: Seasonal soups for your Super Bowl gathering
No matter who you’re rooting for this Super Bowl Sunday, the big game gives us an excuse to break up
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New year, new opportunities for a sustainable you
The fresh start to the new year signals the beginning of something new to try to better ourselves. Why not
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UPDATE: King County Flood Warning Center closes following another brief and minor Snoqualmie River flood Dec. 26 – 9:30 p.m.
More heavy rainfall into high-running rivers means King County’s Flood Warning Center opens to monitor minor flooding
Dec. 26 – 2:30 p.m. For the second time this soggy holiday weekend, King County has opened its Flood Warning
Update: We’re closing the King County Flood Warning Center, but are keeping an eye on weather forecasts, river levels
Dec. 25 – 11 a.m. Rainfall amounts and flooding concerns are both easing across eastern King County this Christmas morning,