Climate Action Plan
Review the Final Draft
The City of Bothell is excited to share the final draft of the Climate Action Plan (CAP). The plan was officially adopted by Bothell's City Council on November 18, 2025.
Bothell’s Climate Action Plan is our guide to a cleaner, healthier tomorrow. It outlines practical ways the City and community can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions which are the primary driver of climate change. By using less energy, producing less waste, and traveling in ways that help our planet, Bothell can address local needs, while supporting Washington State's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. By taking action now and working together, we can ensure Bothell remains a great place to live for generations to come.
Thank You for Your Contributions
We sincerely thank everyone who participated in the public engagement process. Your input - from surveys and workshops to Draft Plan comments - helped refine and strengthen the plan. Local climate success stories are also featured in the final draft to highlight local examples and inspire further action.
Past Engagement
Bothell's Climate Action Plan was developed over the course of 2025 through a collaborative and data driven process, with multiple opportunities for public input and participation:
- Citywide Survey #1 (January 2025): Collected broad community perspectives on climate concerns, priority areas, and perceived barriers to taking climate action. The results helped establish the foundation for early CAP strategies and topics for further engagement. View Survey #1 Results
- Topic-Specific Workshops (May 2025): Hosted interactive sessions on Home Electrification and Transportation, offering presentation from community partners on available programs, incentives, and local regional projects. These workshops provided space for questions, idea-sharing, and discussion about opportunities for climate action in Bothell.
- Citywide Survey #2 (July 2025): Gathered more detailed feedback on potential actions, including which strategies had the highest community support and where residents saw the biggest opportunities for impact. Survey responses helped refine and prioritize actions included in the plan. View Survey #2 Results
- Draft Plan Public Comment Period (July 28 - August 31, 2025): Provided residents and stakeholders the opportunity to review the draft CAP and offer detailed comments. Feedback from this period was reviewed line-by-line and incorporated into the final draft, helping ensure the plan reflects community values and local priorities.
This project is supported with funding from Washington's Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA supports Washington's climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.
Phases
Information Gathering
During this phase, information needed to inform the development of the Climate Action Plan will be gathered. The City will conduct a greenhouse gas emissions inventory, a community survey, and kick-off meetings with the Climate Action Plan Advisory Committee.
Take the Community Climate Survey: Survey responses will be used to identify community needs, priorities, and opportunities for climate action. The survey takes about 10-15 minutes to complete and will remain open until February 23, 2025. As a thank you for your time, you'll have the option to enter to win one of ten $25 Prepaid Visa Gift Cards at the end of the survey. All responses are confidential and will be analyzed collectively to protect your privacy. Email verification is required to ensure secure survey results.
February 2, 2025 Update: This survey, which ran from January 15, 2025 - February 23, 2025, is now CLOSED. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and ideas! We are currently analyzing the results, which will help shape Bothell's Climate Action Plan. A summary of the survey findings will be posted soon - keep checking back for additional updates and opportunities to get involved.
Upcoming and ongoing events
Past events
Event date: September 1st, 2025 from 6:30 AM to 6:45 AM.
Event date: May 10th, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Bothell City Hall
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Event date: May 3rd, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Bothell City Hall
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