The Washington state department of commerce (commerce) received a notice of intent on June 23, 2025, from Whatcom County, consistent with the Growth Management Act requirements within RCW 36.70A.096(2) for commerce approval of their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction subelement. Whatcom County may apply for approval of its GHG emissions reduction subelement no sooner than 120 days from the receipt of the notice of intent per RCW 36.70A.096(2).

Further questions and/or comments can be directed to Noelle Madera at 509-818-1040 or noelle.madera@commerce.wa.gov.

For more information about the approval process for the GHG emissions reduction subelement, please see RCW [36].70A.096.