Buildings are the fastest growing and second-largest source of emissions in Seattle. Burning gas accounts for 72% of buildings’ emissions. While decarbonization has broad public support, 75% of Americans still have a favorable opinion of natural gas. Commercial energy codes—a highly impactful policy tool in getting fossil fuels out of buildings—are extremely technical and lack a clear, accessible narrative.
Our work centered around developing a compelling story and suite of materials that speak to how decarbonizing buildings, through strong commercial energy codes and other tools, can create a more just and liveable future for Seattle residents. We created digital strategy, messaging, and graphics for a multidisciplinary coalition of stakeholders, including climate, affordable housing, energy, and building owners and developers.
In February 2021, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed into law new updates to make Seattle’s commercial energy code one of the strongest in the nation. Seattle City Council and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections shared that this was the broadest engagement they’ve ever witnessed for a commercial energy code update.
In February 2021, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed into law new updates to make Seattle’s commercial energy code one of the strongest in the nation. Seattle City Council and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections shared that this was the broadest engagement they’ve ever witnessed for a commercial energy code update.
In February 2021, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed into law new updates to make Seattle’s commercial energy code one of the strongest in the nation. Seattle City Council and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections shared that this was the broadest engagement they’ve ever witnessed for a commercial energy code update.
In February 2021, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed into law new updates to make Seattle’s commercial energy code one of the strongest in the nation. Seattle City Council and the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections shared that this was the broadest engagement they’ve ever witnessed for a commercial energy code update.
