Environment PNW landfills reached ‘explosive’ methane emission levels in 2022 Washington and Oregon sites had leakages 20 times more concentrated than the Clean Air Act limit standards. by Joseph Winters Grist / November 3, 2023
News Amazon reported a 12% decrease in single-use plastics for 2022 Responding to pressure from advocacy groups and investors, the mega-retailer reduced its footprint through paper packaging and eliminating mailers. by Joseph Winters Grist / July 28, 2023
Culture Little boxes, crammed together Townhouses in a Seattle neighborhood. by Peter Steinbrueck / July 10, 2008
Politics Downtown condo developers, beware of too many towers too close Seattle Post-Intelligencer architecture critic Lawrence Cheek makes some excellent observations about the new urban renaissance of residential high-rises in downtown Seattle, praising design qualities... by Peter Steinbrueck / January 30, 2008
Politics An unjustified delay in restoring the King County Courthouse The King County Courthouse in downtown Seattle, ca. 1944. In the foreground is City Hall Park. (University of Washington) by Peter Steinbrueck / January 24, 2008
Environment Urbanism needs to move beyond city boundaries How are we going to keep the state's ferries afloat? by Peter Steinbrueck / September 3, 2011
Politics Creating 'people places' Townhouses in a Seattle neighborhood. by Peter Steinbrueck / September 10, 2008
Politics Washington passes law to cut ‘forever chemicals’ in makeup Starting in 2025, the Toxics-Free Cosmetics Act will be among the country’s strongest legislation against hazardous products. by Joseph Winters Grist / May 18, 2023
Environment Seattle-based outdoor gear retailer REI to ban PFAs In 2024, new standards will eliminate 'forever chemicals' in the company's products after more than a year of pressure from environmental groups. by Joseph Winters Grist / March 8, 2023