Washington’s Priorities
Washington state is moving toward sustainability through many different programs. Although the programs come under different headings, they interconnect and affect each other. Examples of sustainability programs provided by the state are listed below.
In addition to the programmatic work, state agencies are moving to implement sustainability practices internally. The purpose of this website is to assist state agencies make the transition to sustainable state government.
Sustainable Economy – Promoting the growth and development of sustainable industries by helping to develop markets for alternative means of transportation, non-toxic recycled products, green buildings, and green energy.- Alternative Transportation
- Environmentally Preferable Purchasing
- Green Building
- Green Energy
- Green Jobs
Sustainable Environment – Preserving our forests, fish, wildlife, rivers, and oceans, protecting our air and soils from pollution, and mitigating the effects of climate change.
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Climate Change Mitigation
- Natural Resources Conservation
- Toxic Threats Reduction
- Water Use Conservation
Sustainable Society – Protecting the health and welfare of people, present and future, regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, health, or economic status.
- Affordable Health Care
- Affordable Housing
- Care for the Homeless
- Education for a Sustainable Future
- Food Security
- Help for the Mentally Ill