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Job killer? Or creator? Inslee carbon plan launches debate
As a hearing draws a big crowd, House committee chair says he sees chances to get a majority behind Gov. Inslee's cap-and-trade proposal.
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Climate change: How to recruit the insurance industry for the battle
Guest Opinion: Floods, fires and other catastrophes will inevitably increase -- and cost us all more, unless we create financial incentives for companies to act smartly. Insurance is one lever we have.
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Harsh response to measure some see as an 'ag-gag' bill
A state legislator wants to protect farmers from actions interfering with agricultural production. Supporters say farmers feel harassed. Critics see a threat to whistleblowers.
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Energy’s Holy Grail? You can find it at Redmond's Helion Energy
The local firm says it will soon be able to harness the same mechanism that powers the sun to bring Washington a cleaner energy future.
Environment
Methane hydrates release large plumes of greenhouse gas off Washington's coast
A curious fisherman and a diligent undergrad find these frozen climate time bombs already melting into Northwest waters.