Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025

Since its adoption in 2020, the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) has guided city efforts to foster a more sustainable and thriving Redmond. We’ve accomplished a lot together in that time – from the launch of the Energy Smart Eastside heat pump program and historic investments in clean transportation solutions, to the opening of the all-electric Redmond Senior and Community Center – it’s been a busy four years!
We've seen firsthand the important role the ESAP plays in aligning City action with our climate and sustainability commitments. That’s why, in the coming year, the City will be refreshing the ESAP to keep it relevant and actionable. With your help, we’ll be creating an updated plan that integrates the latest science, technologies, and policies to help us progress toward our goals. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved and work together to meet our vision of a sustainable and resilient Redmond.
Since its adoption in 2020, the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) has guided city efforts to foster a more sustainable and thriving Redmond. We’ve accomplished a lot together in that time – from the launch of the Energy Smart Eastside heat pump program and historic investments in clean transportation solutions, to the opening of the all-electric Redmond Senior and Community Center – it’s been a busy four years!
We've seen firsthand the important role the ESAP plays in aligning City action with our climate and sustainability commitments. That’s why, in the coming year, the City will be refreshing the ESAP to keep it relevant and actionable. With your help, we’ll be creating an updated plan that integrates the latest science, technologies, and policies to help us progress toward our goals. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved and work together to meet our vision of a sustainable and resilient Redmond.
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Community Powered. Sustainable Solutions.
Share Community Powered. Sustainable Solutions. on Facebook Share Community Powered. Sustainable Solutions. on Twitter Share Community Powered. Sustainable Solutions. on Linkedin Email Community Powered. Sustainable Solutions. linkCommunity members came together last week for the Redmond Climate Action Workshop where they brainstormed ways to ensure we meet our climate goals through the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan update. It was the first reveal of the proposed five "Big Moves" that prioritize the highest impact strategies the community and City can take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create a resilient community.
Participants 'chose their own adventure,' and cycled through each Big Move to provide insights and feedback to inform the plan update. We received TONS of great comments and are excited by the growing desire within our community to learn more about climate change and ways to take action. If you are interested in helping your community create sustainable solutions for climate action, there are still more opportunities on the horizon!
- Our community questionnaire will be open until August 1. It will take about 10-15 minutes to complete and asks for your opinions and knowledge about potential climate solutions that could be incorporated into the plan.
- Community Picnic on August 23 at Anderson Park from 12 - 2 p.m. We are presenting potential actions and asking you to help prioritize! Bring a blanket and some snacks, provide your insight, and come enjoy the sun, community, and some free ice cream.
- Get a sneak peek of the proposed "Big Moves" summary, or check out the detailed version to see what's next as we prepare to finalize the plan!
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The ESAP Questionnaire is Live!
Share The ESAP Questionnaire is Live! on Facebook Share The ESAP Questionnaire is Live! on Twitter Share The ESAP Questionnaire is Live! on Linkedin Email The ESAP Questionnaire is Live! linkThe City is updating our Environmental Sustainability Action Plan! This plan update sets the roadmap for achieving a climate-friendly and environmentally sustainable community, and your input helps prioritize the needs of community members as we work to achieve sustainability goals. Complete the 10-15 minute questionnaire on Let's Connect anytime through August 1.
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Summer Engagement Updates
Share Summer Engagement Updates on Facebook Share Summer Engagement Updates on Twitter Share Summer Engagement Updates on Linkedin Email Summer Engagement Updates linkDo you want to take part in climate action? Join the City's Sustainability Team and Redmond community this summer for a variety of discussions and events centered around environmental sustainability. Mark your calendars, invite your pals, and get ready for a sustainable summer!
August
- Rockin on the River Series - Find us at Redmond's Rockin' on the River concerts throughout August! Enjoy live music, sun, and visit our Environmental Sustainability booth where you can learn about city programs, take a climate pledge, and try out our Climate Trivia Wheel!
- Aug 23, Community Picnic - The City's Sustainability Team is hosting a picnic on August 23rd to thank our Redmond community for all of your input, feedback, and participation toward the ESAP refresh! We are excited to present how community feedback we've heard throughout 2025 was integrated into the new plan, and to enjoy some ice cream and sun with all of you!
- Aug 24, Thrift and Threads Festival - United Hub is hosting a sustainability and thrifting event at the Redmond Senior & Community Center. Vendors, sustainable artists, up-cyclers, and advocates are invited to sign up for a vendor booth to help us "turn secondhand into a statement—and sustainability into a shared lifestyle." We will be present with a City Sustainability booth and hope to see you there!
We are always updating this site with new events and updated information, so be sure to check back regularly to stay up to date.
In the meantime...
Instead of waiting for a special event to find out what's new, become a part of our regular communications! You can sign up for out newsletter or stop by our monthly "Meet & Green" office hours to get involved.
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Rooted in Community: Park Restoration Picnic with United Hub
Share Rooted in Community: Park Restoration Picnic with United Hub on Facebook Share Rooted in Community: Park Restoration Picnic with United Hub on Twitter Share Rooted in Community: Park Restoration Picnic with United Hub on Linkedin Email Rooted in Community: Park Restoration Picnic with United Hub linkLast month, community stewardship was in full bloom as United Hub and the Green Redmond Partnership co-hosted a "Plant Swap + Picnic" park restoration party. We had a crew of all ages come together to removes invasive plants from Idylwood Park - even recruiting some onlookers throughout the day! Volunteers enjoyed lunch provided by United Hub, presented plants they brought from home to swap with one another, and gave tips on how to best care for them. The event wrapped up with a restorative tai-chi session in the newly restored park, led by a grandmother who had stumbled across the event on a day out with her grandson, both of whom now hold special memories about their spontaneous adventure caring for our natural resources. To take part in similar events, check out the Green Redmond Partnership events calendar.
For more sustainability-related opportunities, visit our calendar.
To read a full event recap, visit United Hub's article.
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A Night of Climate Trivia
Share A Night of Climate Trivia on Facebook Share A Night of Climate Trivia on Twitter Share A Night of Climate Trivia on Linkedin Email A Night of Climate Trivia linkThank you all who joined us for our first ever Climate Trivia Night! It was wonderful to see community members come out and learn about
Redmond's environmental efforts, impacts of climate change, and how each one of us can take action. Our winners took home gift cards, picnic kits, and many new trivia facts. Submit your climate questions in the comments for a chance to see them featured at our next event, and stay tuned for more opportunities to take climate action with you community!
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Lifecycle
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Scope of Work Development
Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025 has finished this stageThe ESAP refresh Scope of Work was developed to set goals and deadlines for the refresh process.
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Request For Proposals
Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025 has finished this stageThe process of releasing the Request for Proposals will begin in December. The Request for Proposals is the first step in hiring a consultant to facilitate the refresh.
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Outreach Action Input
Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025 is currently at this stageFormal outreach process for community involvement in ESAP development, and action prioritization.
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Action Refinement
this is an upcoming stage for Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025Work with City staff to integrate feedback in action development, and ensure a relevant and actionable plan.
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Finalize Deliverables
this is an upcoming stage for Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025Work with consultants and City staff to develop plan and dashboard materials for clear communication.
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Finalize Plan
this is an upcoming stage for Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP) 2025Adopt ESAP 2025 and work towards meeting 2030 climate and sustainability goals.