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Commission trims language on phasing out natural gas, directs staff to prioritize renewables 'where feasible' for county buildings
Summary
After discussion about costs and energy reliability, Skagit County commissioners approved changing draft language that would have 'phased out' natural gas to a more flexible policy prioritizing the transition to renewable energy in county buildings where feasible.
Skagit County Planning Commission members on April 8 debated draft utility and climate element language that initially suggested "phasing out" natural gas and concluded the draft should be softened and clarified.
Robbie Acroft, the county’s senior planner, told commissioners the proposed language came in part from new state climate‑element guidance and was intended to align the county with statewide emission‑reduction goals. Several commissioners expressed concern that the…
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