Rulemaking - Clean Fuels Program Rule and Air Quality Fee Rule
Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Doris Raspa 10500 NE 51st CirVancouver, WA 98682
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, John Dunn 10005 SW 178th StVashon, WA 98070
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Linda Avinger 2638 E Smith RdBellingham, WA 98226
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Brent McFarlane 12248 Phinney Ave NSeattle, WA 98133
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Cheryl Speer 410 SW Park StCamas, WA 98607
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Sandra Ciske 1717 Sunset Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lorraine Johnson 13716 Lake City Way NESeattle, WA 98125
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, MLou Christ Dayton Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Julia Kladnik 15 5th StTonasket, WA 98855
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Chris Hawkins 15255 Sunwood BlvdSeattle, WA 98188
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Peter Mastenbroek 12323 NE 97th StKirkland, WA 98033
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Frederick Duhring 2845 13th Ave WSeattle, WA 98119
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Susan Council 130 2nd Ave NEdmonds, WA 98020
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Vivian Bartlett 835 Chuckanut DrBellingham, WA 98229
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Betsy Schultz 3416 80th Ave Ct NWGig Harbor, WA 98335
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Thomas Libbey 1122 E Pike StSeattle, WA 98122
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Chapman Barry 2922 W Dean AveSpokane, WA 99201
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Sherri Dysart 191 W Loertscher RdShelton, WA 98584
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Stephen Wagner 13440 NE 45th StBellevue, WA 98005
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Jean Aslakson 1104 NW 75th CirVancouver, WA 98665
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, JOANNE KELLY 4737 62nd Ln SWOlympia, WA 98512
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, William Sneiderwine 14901 SE Sunpark DrVancouver, WA 98683
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Art Peskind 1713 35th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Florie Rothenberg 3125 SW Raymond StSeattle, WA 98126
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lorraine Hartmann 10627 Durland Ave NESeattle, WA 98125
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Teresa Allen 2323 St Clair StBellingham, WA 98229
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Cherie Warner 645 SW Mies StPullman, WA 99163
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Paul Ferrari 7822 189th Pl SWEdmonds, WA 98026
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Marilyn Cornwell 9010 SE 47th StMercer Island, WA 98040
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Bry Osmonson 13035 Meridian Ave NSeattle, WA 98133
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Janice Wilfing 1515 W 6th StPort Angeles, WA 98363
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Dani Maron-Oliver 75 Blue Heron DrLongview, WA 98632
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, James Nelson 3105 Maple Ridge CtBellingham, WA 98229
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Desiree Nagyfy 1120 E Westmoreland RdDeer Park, WA 99006
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Sandra Aseltine 2790 Tracyton Beach Rd NWBremerton, WA 98310
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Brian Baltin 700 Broadway ESeattle, WA 98102
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, John Thompson 4953 S Spinnaker DrFreeland, WA 98249
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC, and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washing...↓ton's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track the reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and the environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect the best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Neil Viertel 8500 NE Hazel Dell AveVancouver, WA 98665
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely,Denise Di SantoSincerely, Denise Di Santo 7818 Douglas Ave SESnoqualmie, WA 98065
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Noah Ehler 32115 NE 110th CtCarnation, WA 98014
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Grace Padelford 11807 100th Ave NEKirkland, WA 98034
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,I encourage you to endorse the strongest possible rules within the Clean Fuels Program to reduce climate pollution from burning fossil fuels in all forms for transportation. By doing this the Department of Ecology will help Was...↓hington state transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. All actions of the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights and conform to existing obligation to consult with federally recognized tribes in a timely manner.Robust air quality improvements are needed, especially for people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. The Clean Fuels Program must comply with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements including quality reviews of the air quality impacts to BIPOC and low income communities.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lee Keim 16017 26th Ave NEShoreline, WA 98155
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Barbara DuBois 5020 N 18th StTacoma, WA 98406
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, John Hopkin 20215 85th Pl WEdmonds, WA 98026
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, William McGunagle 1727 E Olympic AveSpokane, WA 99207
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Philip Fischer 251 Rainbow Rock LnNaches, WA 98937
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Susan Thiel 1810 172nd St ESpanaway, WA 98387
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Shannon Booker 651 Westlake AveMorton, WA 98356
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Terry Hansen 130 E Maple DrShelton, WA 98584
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Rita Calcagno 1915 234th Ct NESammamish, WA 98074
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Theodore King 2127 2nd AveSeattle, WA 98121
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Barbara Fristoe 3418 16th Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Daniel Gutierrez 4425 Greenwood Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, James Mulcare 1110 Benjamin StClarkston, WA 99403
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Heather Murawski 17929 W Spring Lake Dr SERenton, WA 98058
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, melodie martin 2339 11th Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Paul Fellows 4220 Dayton Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Michael Saunders 1311 8th Ave SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lindsay Nava 16042 NE 2nd StBellevue, WA 98008
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Shary B 1950 Alaskan WaySeattle, WA 98101
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Tanara Saarinen 4418 Rosedale St NWGig Harbor, WA 98335
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Melanie thornton 619 Sunset AveWenatchee, WA 98801
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Tim Rettmann 5406 NE 194th PlLake Forest Park, WA 98155
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, John McGill 280 Manzanita DrSequim, WA 98382
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, William Neal 8411 234th Ave EBuckley, WA 98321
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Scott Bishop 1710 Giles Ave NWOlympia, WA 98502
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Steve Uyenishi 7301 40th Ave NESeattle, WA 98115
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Jennifer Valentine 313 1st Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Jennifer Valentine 313 1st Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Emily Bass 14048 159th Ave NEWoodinville, WA 98072
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. This is very important to me and my family!Transportation...↓ is responsible for nearly half of Washington's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Joanne Watchie 2440 Alki Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,As an EV owner, I strongly believe in transitioning our transportation away from fossil fuels.Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the w...↓ork to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washington's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Mary Ferm 655 Macginitie RdFriday Harbor, WA 98250
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.We need to take better care of what is left of our environment, for wildlife, marine life, plant life, and people.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, priscilla martinez 35411 SE English StSnoqualmie, WA 98065
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Joseph Lopez 1411 N Clogston WaySeattle, WA 98103
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. I know I am sending this prewritten letter, but anything ...↓at all that helps reduce damage to our environment is of utmost priority to my family and me. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washington's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Tracy Ceravolo 1721 NE 209th StRidgefield, WA 98642
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Don Worley 1949 WA-25Kettle Falls, WA 99141
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Wesley Banks 15640 NE Fourth Plain BlvdVancouver, WA 98682
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Larry Mahlis 9611 12th Ave NESeattle, WA 98115
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, jesse gillman 15811 SE 43rd PlBellevue, WA 98006
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, jesse gillman 15811 SE 43rd PlBellevue, WA 98006
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Tom Craighead 28203 137th Ave SWVashon, WA 98070
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Susan Loomis 15150 140th Way SERenton, WA 98058
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Kimberly Teraberry 532 18th Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Judith Cohen 1608 E Republican StSeattle, WA 98112
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Tina Brown 5526 Sugarloaf StAnacortes, WA 98221
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Sally radford 6438 S Warner StTacoma, WA 98409
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Dennis Underwood 1809 E 31st StTacoma, WA 98404
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Norman Baker 3789 Lost Mountain RdSequim, WA 98382
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Phillip Singer 7771 57th Ave NESeattle, WA 98115
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Judith Starbuck 1126 Grand AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lynn Rabenstein 201 N Section StBurlington, WA 98233
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Jean Pauley 414 Malden Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Mark Hennon 2333 N 57th StSeattle, WA 98103
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Elizabeth Johnson 90 SW Russell AveStevenson, WA 98648
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Mike Barto 105 Holcomb RdKelso, WA 98626
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Chris Nolasco 3119 151st St SWLynnwood, WA 98087
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Linda Wasserman 1510 N Steele StTacoma, WA 98406
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, Lawrence Magliola 108 Hogans VistaSequim, WA 98382
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Dear Ms. Rachel Assink,Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule language for the Clean Fuels Program, Chapter 173-424 WAC and all the work to date in developing this rule. Transportation is responsible for nearly half of Washingt...↓on's greenhouse gas emissions. The Clean Fuels Program is a critical part of our statewide strategy to reduce climate pollution from this sector and has the potential to help transition to a cleaner, more just transportation system. To do this, I urge you to strengthen the rule in the following ways: 1) Uphold existing requirements for tribal consultation: All processes in the rulemaking and all actions resulting from the Clean Fuels Program must respect tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. This rule must explicitly incorporate Ecology’s existing obligation to proactively and meaningfully consult with federally recognized tribes, with sufficient time and information made available for this purpose.2) Ensure alignment with HEAL Act requirements and evaluate and track reduction of environmental health disparities: The Clean Fuels Program has the potential to deliver air quality improvements, especially to people living near and along roadways and transportation hubs. At the same time, there are unique air quality impacts and risks associated with different fuel types that require more thorough analysis and evaluation. It is critical that the program does not inadvertently incentivize increased emissions of pollutants harmful to human health and environment. This rule must include requirements for Ecology to track and remedy air pollution impacts, including through compliance with the HEAL Act's Environmental Justice Assessment requirements detailed in RCW 70A.02.060 and the collection of sufficient information to satisfy the requirements of RCW 70A.535.140. Ecology should require adequate information and build in an explicit process to review the air quality impacts of the program. 3) Update iLUC values to reflect best available science: The draft rule proposes to use California's protocol to calculate the indirect land use change (iLUC) values for crop-based biofuels made from sugarcane, corn, sorghum, soybean, canola, and palm feedstocks. While this is a step in the right direction and an improvement from earlier drafts of the rule, these values likely need significant upward corrections in light of emerging science, and Ecology should adjust the rule to reflect a more rigorous and accurate accounting of iLUC values for crop-based biofuels at the outset of the program. Ecology should then use the process proposed by WAC 173-424-600(2) to conduct an ongoing review of iLUC impacts with feedback from stakeholders, experts, and regulators in order to continue to correct the values as the science advances. 4) Ensure strong and transparent accounting of environmental attributes: Tracking the environmental attributes of biomethane and hydrogen is an area of emerging importance across multiple clean energy policies in Washington. The tracking systems established under the Clean Fuel Standard should be coordinated and consistent with other state policies governing how environmental attributes for these fuels are calculated and verified. This includes retaining the proposed rule's requirements for the use of independent tracking systems for hydrogen and pipeline-delivered biomethane and adding requirements for continued review and revision of these tracking systems to ensure their sufficiency and their alignment with other regulatory requirements across state agencies.Thank you for your consideration.Sincerely, MaryAnn Seward 2360 Haines StPort Townsend, WA 98368
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