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Confronting climate change

Learn how to take steps to address climate change in King County through heat energy reuse.

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Your interest in sewer heat recovery is a great step toward confronting climate change and becoming a regional pioneer in the use of sewer heat energy—an untapped renewable, carbon-free energy resource.

King County’s Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) is a 5-year blueprint for County climate action, integrating climate change into all areas of County operations and work with King County cities, partners, communities, and residents.

The updated 2020 SCAP consists of 3 core sections:

  • Reducing Green House Gas Emissions
  • Sustainable & Resilient Frontline Communities
  • Preparing for Climate Change

Learn how we can confront climate change together.