WHEREAS, Puget Sound Energy's Green Power Program offers the use of environmentally friendly and renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar, and biomass to its customers; and
     WHEREAS, Western Washington University and The Evergreen State College students voted overwhelmingly to implement student fees in order to purchase 100% renewable energy; and
     WHEREAS, The United States Environmental Protection Agency and the United States Department of Energy awarded Western Washington University the 2005 National Green Power Leadership Award, and recognized its achievement as one of the Top 25 leaders in the transition to renewable energy; and
     WHEREAS, Western Washington University is Puget Sound Energy's top purchaser of Green Power; and
     WHEREAS, The Evergreen State College and its students were commended by Puget Sound Energy for their 100% commitment to Green Power; and
     WHEREAS, Western Washington University and The Evergreen State College each received a "Power Player Award" sponsored by Puget Sound Energy and Seattle City Light for their commitment to environmental stewardship;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate commend The Evergreen State College and Western Washington University for exemplary implementation of earth-friendly energy sources; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Western Washington University and The Evergreen State College.