"I'm In!" for Climate Action

I’m in.

“Since taking the pledge, I’ve been using my vehicle less by walking to the grocery store for small hauls.”
~ Teresa, Bellingham Resident

Take the pledge!

Achieving the goals in our Council-approved, community-supported Climate Protection Action Plan depends on everyone in the Bellingham community to take steps towards securing a clean and vibrant future. Whether you are just starting to make environmentally-minded choices, or you are a seasoned change maker, there are always new and effective ways to be involved, and many of them are no or low-cost changes.

These are the top actions you can personally take that will have the biggest impact on reducing Bellingham’s emissions and protecting our future:

Shift your transportation mode
Use less energy inside
Switch to low-carbon electricity
Make your voice heard

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” … What step will you take for climate action?

Find resources for each of these actions below and take the “I’m In!” pledge. Participants in Whatcom County are eligible to enter a quarterly prize drawing for a tool to help you take your next step.

Shift your Transportation Mode

Learn how to make fewer single-occupancy trips in gas-powered vehicles

Use Less Energy Inside

Learn how to conserve energy while saving money, improving your comfort, and increasing your home’s value

Switch to Low-Carbon Electricity

Learn about electrification and how to support local renewable energy projects

Make Your Voice Heard

Let your community and government know that climate action is important to you

Resources

Energy Saving Programs and Incentives
Federal Energy Tax Credits
Energy-Saving Tips
Homeowner’s Guide to Going Solar
Water Conservation Rebates
Subscribe to Climate Action Email Updates