NW Natural is committed to a low-carbon energy future and its role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. There are six key decarbonization principles guiding their work.

I support a decarbonization strategy in my community that includes the following key principles:

• Helping customers use less is the fastest and cheapest way to reduce emissions.
• All forms of renewable energy are needed in a balanced, low-carbon future.
• Communities served by the gas system have greater energy reliability.
• Leveraging the existing modern gas system in new ways must be a priority.
• Families and businesses should have a choice of energy options to meet their needs. Energy system diversification and competition provides the best opportunity for accelerated innovation.
• We must drive toward carbon neutrality in a way that leaves no one behind.

I believe the best way to realize the most promising low-carbon energy future, for all, is through a collaborative effort using a broad spectrum of solutions to reduce emissions and promote innovation. It’s why I urge policy makers at all levels to recognize that a diversified energy system is fundamentally stronger, more affordable, and more reliable.

Signed,