Washington's Clean Energy Future
Washington is making the change to a carbon-free electricity supply by 2045. Avista is working to ensure energy stays affordable and reliable during the transition.
Adjusting our resources and reducing our carbon footprint.
Going forward, energy production across Washington will move away from fossil fuels that emit pollution and greenhouse gases. This aligns with Avista’s goal of offering a mix of renewable energy solutions to our Washington customers.
About 60% of Avista’s energy already comes from naturally occurring resources, like wind, solar, hydropower and biomass. The changes we are making ensure that 100% of our energy is naturally occurring, lessening our environmental impact on the next generation.
Our clean energy commitment involves:
- Helping customers save energy with efficiency programs
- Reducing our greenhouse gas emissions
- Keeping electricity reliable and affordable
What's next?
The Clean Energy Transformation Act (CETA) requires that all Washington energy be free of greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. As we work toward that goal, we will:
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Eliminate all coal-fired electricity by the end of 2025 |
Use a carbon-neutral supply of electricity by 2030 |
Source 100 percent of electricity from renewable or non-carbon-emitting sources by 2045 |
We support equity in energy.
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Named Communities Investment Fund (NCIF)Named Communities are those most vulnerable to the effects of pollution and climate change, due to socioeconomic and other factors. NCIF is a competitive grant program that provides funding for projects, programs, and initiatives benefiting these communities. |
Equity Advisory Group (EAG)A group of community partners in Washington that provide Avista with input, feedback, and guidance around equity and community engagement as it relates to the shift to clean energy. |
Learn more
- Sign up for our newsletter and get the latest updates.
- Be a part of the CEIP advisory group that is involved in our clean energy plan.
- Attend our upcoming public participation meetings.
- View frequently asked questions (FAQs)
If you still have questions, want to share ideas, or would like to join a committee, please write to us below.