Description
Implementation of the SCAP will require securing additional funding to scale up climate initiatives and ensure long-term sustainability. King County will collaborate with local jurisdictions, tribal governments, regional agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private sector partners to pursue state and federal grant opportunities that align with SCAP priorities. This effort will include identifying new funding sources, leveraging existing revenue streams, and advocating for policy changes that enhance climate finance mechanisms. King County-led climate grants will prioritize the deployment of climate solutions in frontline communities that experience disproportionate environmental and climate-related burdens. This includes investments in community leadership, climate resilience infrastructure, green workforce development, energy efficiency programs, and nature-based solutions that provide both environmental and economic benefits. ECO will coordinate with the King County Council, state legislators, and other elected officials to develop a comprehensive funding strategy for climate action. This strategy will explore potential revenue mechanisms, such as green bonds, climate resilience funds, and public-private partnerships to ensure the County can meet its climate goals while fostering regional collaboration and accountability.