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‘A healthy lake sends a powerful message’: Landmark King County study of Lake Washington finds that cities can grow without harming water quality
Summary A study by King County scientists – recently published in a national scientific journal – found surprising improvements in…
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Growing from a decade of success, King County’s updated Local Food Initiative has a broader vision, addressing hunger relief, access to farmland, and climate resiliency
Summary Nov. 19, 2025: King County is updating its Local Food Initiative 10 years after its initial launch, enhancing the…
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As surging utility costs make housing less affordable throughout King County, Executive Braddock brings together partners to develop a more sustainable future
Summary The household costs for utilities – natural gas, electricity, solid waste, stormwater, sewer, and water – are expected to…
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Staying prepared: learn about King County flood phases and using county resources to be ready this flood season
It’s rainy! The Snoqualmie River is already in flood phase 1, and there is a chance of river and coastal…
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Update: Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station reopens after completion of critical infrastructure improvements
The Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station is back to normal operations following a months-long floor resurfacing project to keep this…
DNRP Field Notes
Our talented workforce protects and restores the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County, promoting more resilient, sustainable, equitable communities. We restore habitat, build and operate major infrastructure that protects Puget Sound, transform waste management to reduce carbon emissions, and expand and enhance regional parks and trails, all of which contribute to our region’s unique quality of life.
DNRP Field Notes extends this mission by offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places, and projects shaping King County’s environment. Through field notes, project updates, photo essays, and stories from our teams and partners, we highlight the science, creativity, and collaboration that drive our work. It’s a space designed to make our environmental stewardship more accessible, connect readers with the communities we serve, and share the innovations, challenges, and everyday moments that define our commitment to a healthier, more resilient region.
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