Re: “WA isn’t building the clean energy transformation lawmakers demand” (Jan. 4, Opinion):
I thank the editorial board for arguing that we must always set up a state transmission authority so as to obtain the clear vitality targets outlined by the Legislature. The state Legislature is contemplating Senate Invoice 5466, which might set up a state transmission authority.
Rising up, I’ve witnessed local weather change in Washington, notably the lengthening and worsening of the fireplace season. At my faculty within the Northeast, the magnolia bushes exterior my dorm began budding in December. Even in comparatively secure components of the nation just like the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, local weather change is already disrupting ecosystems and human life. Because the editorial board factors out, the regional corporations who construct transmission strains have accomplished so at a really sluggish tempo. This present price of constructing transmission strains just isn’t ample. A state transmission authority would have the ability to extend this price considerably.
We are able to make the most of this difficult second to construct an vitality grid that may serve Washingtonians and shield our surroundings. Fellow readers, please ask your native consultant to assist SB 5466.
Tessa Dunagan, Redmond
