Climate Challenge
Mercer Island is working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and we need your help! Approximately 45% of our local emissions come from energy use in buildings (i.e. natural gas, electricity, propane), which involves a lot of basic household activities. But the great news is there are more ways than ever for you to take action, save money, and make a difference…
Launched on Earth Day 2022 , the Mercer Island Climate Challenge makes it easy and fun to reduce your environmental impact. You pick the actions specific to your goals, track your progress, and watch your carbon footprint decline as you make changes at home! You can collaborate with your neighbors, form teams, share ideas and resources, and work towards your goals together. Learn more and join the Mercer Island Climate Challenge today!
Eastside Climate Challenge Partnership
The Mercer Island Climate Challenge is part of the broader Eastside Climate Challenge, a partnership between the cities of Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, and Redmond. Do you have friends in one of our neighboring cities? Encourage them to join today! Regional workshops and training (see below) will help you get started.
How to Join the Climate Challenge
Joining is easy!
- Go to MIClimateChallenge and create an account. Complete the optional energy profile to get customized recommendations for your household.
- Choose your actions. Explore climate and sustainability actions you can take now to reduce your impact.
- Work together. Complete actions with your community and compete with other communities too.
- Watch your footprint shrink!
Climate Challenge 101 Workshops
We’re also hosting a number of Climate Challenge 101 workshops starting in April/May 2022. Learn about the Challenge, ways you can engage, and get your questions answered. If you missed these dates, a video version of the 101 Workshop is coming soon!
Want to be a Team Leader?
Gather your friends, family, neighbors, school, or faith groups together to create a team and engage in some friendly competition! We’re hosting Virtual Team Leader Workshops starting in April 2022. Sign up to get all of the tools and resources you need to start and run your own Climate Challenge Team!
Learn more about the Team Leader Program and register for the next workshop.
