Seattle is leading a wave of cities in electrifying buildings to cut emissions, despite legal obstacles hindering gas bans. In short:Seattle's new law requires large buildings to go net-zero by 2050, focusing on electric alternatives to gas and oil appliances. Legal challenges against gas bans in Berkeley and elsewhere are prompting cities to find alternative strategies. Seattle and other cities are adapting through emissions targets, updated building codes, and indoor air quality regulations. It’s just a matter of how fast it’s going to happen.”— Jan Hasselman, senior attorney at EarthjusticeMore Top News:Visit Environmental Health News for the latest breaking news on environmental health and climate change.

Source: The Guardian December 21, 2023 13:27 UTC