The Port of Seattle Commission established the Energy and Sustainability Standing Committee to develop policy recommendations and monitor progress toward the port's environmental goals, including becoming the greenest and most energy-efficient port in North America and reducing carbon emissions 50% by 2030. The committee, composed of two appointed commissioners, oversees areas such as sustainable aviation fuels, shore power for cruise ships, and clean energy planning. While it can gather information and advise the full Commission, it does not have independent legal authority to act on the Commission's behalf.Open full document
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This charter establishes the Energy and Sustainability Standing Committee as a standing committee of the Port of Seattle Commission, defining its composition of two appointed commissioners, scope of work, and authority. The committee’s primary responsibility is to develop policy recommendations and monitor implementation of the Century Agenda’s environmental and sustainability goals, including greenhouse gas reduction targets and clean energy initiatives. The charter also outlines the roles and responsibilities of the committee chair, commission liaison, and executive staff contact.