NEW CARBON ZERO ACT

The legislature has approved the new Carbon Zero Act (CZA) in this session and Governor Inslee signed the bill into law on 3/29/24. The program provides a monthly stipend to participating employees earning $10 per paycheck for those in the office over 50% of the week with $5 per paycheck for those in the office 20-50%. To realize the carbon foot print savings, employees select a desk set powered by either the tread mill, elliptical, or recumbent bicycle options to power a desktop power station including all laptops and monitors. Microsoft and Amazon have teamed to provide equipment to public employees. An FAQ will be provided by Facilities and Payroll in the next few months. The Governor applauded the legislature for passing this law to help curb climate change and urged employees to participate.