City adopts new five-year sustainability strategy

Bellevue City Council adopted the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan, targeting carbon neutrality by 2050. The comprehensive plan features 41 strategies aimed at addressing climate change, energy usage, and waste management while enhancing community resilience. Mayor Lynne Robinson stated that the plan reflects the city's response to the climate crisis and commitment to environmental stewardship. Community engagement played a vital role, with over 1,000 residents providing input during the planning process. This updated strategy builds on the previous 2021-25 plan and emphasizes the importance of a healthy, thriving community.

Bellevue's efforts include municipal fleet electrification and increasing access to sustainable mobility options. The plan underscores the city's long-standing commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in preparation for climate change impacts. The Sustainable Bellevue Plan serves as a roadmap for the city's actions over the next five years.