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From snow-capped mountains to lush forests and rocky shorelines, the Puget Sound region is characterized by magnificent natural resources and an enviable quality of life that sustains our region.

 

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Climate Solutions »Climate Solutions is a dynamic regional and national leader in developing solutions to climate change by building a thriving clean energy economy.
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Wild Fish Conservancy »A nonprofit conservation organization headquartered in Duvall Washington, Wild Fish Conservancy is dedicated to the recovery and conservation of the region’s wild-fish ecosystems. Through science, education, and advocacy, WFC promotes technically and socially responsible habitat, hatchery and harvest management to better sustain the region’s wild-fish heritage.

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The Nature Conservancy in Washington »TNC has 50 years of experience in Washington. Through science, stewardship and policy we get on-the-ground results, influence new legislation and solve critical challenges for communities and industries.
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Recent Foundation Activities
Seattle Science Festival
Foundation staff have joined the steering committee for the first Seattle Science Festival. In 2012 Seattle will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1962 World’s Fair.
Success Story
Got Green Creates Access to Green Jobs in Low-Income Communities
In South Seattle, Got Green organizes young adults of color to create equal access to sustainable, green jobs in their low-income communities. The organization works to develop a new generation of leaders for economic and social justice movements.
Only 18% of people of color who live in King County say the environmental quality in their neighborhood is excellent, compared to 40% of Caucasians.
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Our Housing, Our Community: Addressing Seattle’s Needs
This 2008 report examines the state of housing in the city of Seattle.
Sound Health, Sound Future: Protecting and Restoring Puget Sound
The Puget Soiund Partnership was given a 10-month assignment to “develop recommendations for preserving the health and ecosystem of Puget Sound, and to help educate and enlist the public in achieving recovery of the Sound by 2020.” This document outlines those recommendations.
Sightline Institute
Sightline Institute, Cascadia's sustainability think tank, provides research and tools to help create a healthy, lasting prosperity in the Northwest.
Puget Sound Facts
The Puget Sound Partnership's Resource Center for a variety of facts about Puget Sound.
Household Emissions Calculator
You can use this online calculator from the Environmental Protection Agency to get a rough “ballpark” estimate of your personal or family’s greenhouse gas emissions and explore the impact of taking various actions to reduce your emissions.

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