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Sustainability Program

Green roof restroom at Fort Casey State Park, grass fields surrounding, water in background.

Sustainability Program –conserving park resources with the needs of future generations in mind

Washington State Parks strives to educate its staff and visitors of the benefits of using sustainable practices in parks and their homes in order to make the world a cleaner, safer place. Practicing sustainability helps to preserve resources for future generations.

Sustainability Plan

The Washington State Parks Sustainability Plan guides sustainable practices in state parks and recognizes the agency’s role in implementing state government policies and laws, including emerging climate change and sustainable resource use initiatives. The plan aims to improve long-term protection of park natural and cultural resources; creates opportunities to interpret green technology and practices to the public; and improves agency business practices and conservation of resources. For more information, view the online copy of the sustainability plan summary (22kb PDF).

For additional information about State Park Sustainability activities or for a copy of the complete sustainability plan, send an e-mail to sustainability@parks.wa.gov.